Southern Tempeh & Grits is a hearty vegan entree that is reminiscent of the classic shrimp & grits. This dish is rich in flavor and protein. You may substitute the greens and vegetables for whatever vegetables are in season for an even brighter dish. For creamier grits, you may substitute half of the water for half a cup of lite coconut milk.

Ingredients

Serves: 4 Time: 35 minutes

Southern Tempeh & Grits

• 1 package tempeh, cubed
• 1 cup yellow grits
• 1/2 yellow onion, diced
• 1/2 bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup turnip & radish greens, rinsed, stems removed, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2-3 radishes, thinly sliced
• 1-2 small turnips, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp old bay seasoning
• 1/2 tsp ground thyme
• 1/2 tsp ground sage
• 1 1/2 Tbs non-dairy butter
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
• 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
• Salt & pepper to taste

Directions

1. Begin by preparing your vegetables and protein. Set the greens, radishes, and turnips aside.
2. In a medium pot, add two and a half cups of water and bring to a boil.
3. Once boiling, add the grits and season with the old bay and a dash of salt and pepper.
4. Stir together.
5. Set heat to low and cover grits with a lid. Stir occassionally every 5-7 minutes.
6. Meanwhile, heat 1/2 Tbs vegan butter in a large skillet over high heat.
7. Once hot, add in the tempeh.
8. Cook for 5-7 minutes with the thyme, sage, smoked paprika, black pepper, and chili powder.
9. Then add in the garlic, onion, and bell pepper.
10. Cook together for another 5-7 minutes, then add in the apple cider vinegar.
11. Once the vegetables have softened, reduce heat to medium and toss in the greens, turnips, and radishes. Cook for 5 minutes or until the greens have wilted.
12. Meanwhile, stir the nutritonal yeast and 1 Tbs vegan butter into your grits. Add more water if the grits are too thick.
13. Once the vegetables and grits are done, serve together.
14. If desired, serve with chopped scallions and a splash of hot sauce or top with more nutritoinal yeast.

Nutrition Information

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