Tempeh bacon

Tempeh bacon.

To make a tempeh-based approximation of bacon (I know, it’s not really like bacon, but it is GOOD) marinate tempeh slices for a few hours in:

1 Tbsp ketchup
1 Tbsp maple syrup
1 tsp liquid smoke
1 tsp soy sauce
salt, pepper, smoke paprika to taste

Vary the ingredients to your liking.
Fry until very crispy.
Try it in a TLT (Tempeh, Lettuce, Tomato) sandwich. I’m not a huge mayo fan, but the T/mayo interface is pretty important.
It’s good.