Sesame-Crusted Tempeh Dippers

I should use sesame seeds more often.

With a package of tempeh in the refrigerator and some leftover ridiculously delicious dressing, I decided to make some sort of crunchy tempeh fingers for dipping. These worked great and they were super easy.

I was afraid that the lack of seasoning would leave them too bland, but the touch of salt and the sesame seeds were just enough flavor, while keeping them neutral for sauce.

We ate these with a healthy portion of avocado salad. I recommend this pairing.

The Recipe:

8 oz tempeh, sliced into strips

1 egg

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 c panko

1/8 c sesame seeds

Beat egg in a shallow bowl. Mix in salt.
In a separate shallow bowl, combine panko with sesame seeds.
Dip tempeh slices in egg, then panko/seed mixture, and place on greased baking sheet.
Spray the coated tempeh with baking spray.
Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes, then flip and bake another 8 minutes.

The Verdict:

Overall grade: A

Overall reason: Easy, healthy, and would go with almost any type of sauce.

Time to prepare: 30 minutes

Husband quote: "Fingers! What kind of fingers are these? Tofu fingers?"

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