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Sweet & Smoky Tempeh Fajitas (with Black Bean-Lime Dip)

Sweet & Smoky Tempeh Fajitas (with Black Bean-Lime Dip)

It’s fajita night! Fajitas were on regular rotation for our family dinners growing up. It was a meal which pleased all of us as as we could  assemble our own plates, simply adding what we liked to our tortillas. I had pretty simple tastes back then and was happy with just chicken (with a teeny bit of spice) and a few  slices of pepper, maybe some salsa if I was feeling adventurous. Sour cream and grated cheddar were usually on the table too.

Sweet & Smoky Tempeh Fajitas (with Black Bean-Lime Dip)

I still love fajitas, though these days they look a little different. Now I like my fajitas brimming with good stuff so I get a little bit of everything in each mouthful…and probably all over my face and hands…..

The chicken has been replaced by my sweet & smoky tempeh (no fajita seasoning packets required) and there’s a lot more colour and flavour going on.

This time I introduced a black bean-lime dip to the mix. A good slather on my corn tortillas before loading them with the other fixings really took this meal up a notch. This is another nice one to add to your dip repertoire for simply serving with pita and crudités too.

Sweet & Smoky Tempeh Fajitas (with Black Bean-Lime Dip)

I finished my fajitas with a dollop of creamy coconut yogurt, a sprinkle of spring onions and fresh coriander and an extra squeeze of lime. Perfect! 

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Sweet & Smoky Tempeh Fajitas (with Black Bean-Lime Dip)

Yield: 4 Servings

Serving Size: 3 Corn Tortillas

Sweet & Smoky Tempeh Fajitas (with Black Bean-Lime Dip)

Ingredients

  • Sweet & Smoky Tempeh:
  • 1 225g/8oz pkg Tempeh, thinly sliced
  • 1 Tbsp Oil
  • 3 Tbsp Tamari
  • 2 Tbsp Maple syrup
  • 1 Tbsp Tomato purée OR puréed chipotles in adobo sauce (for more heat)
  • 3/4 tsp Chipotle chili powder
  • Black Bean-Lime Dip:
  • 1-1/2 C/1 Can Cooked black beans
  • 2 Green onions, diced
  • 1 Clove of garlic
  • 1/4 tsp- 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Cumin
  • 1/4 C Lime juice
  • Handful of fresh coriander
  • Sautéed Vegetables:
  • 1/2 Tbsp Oil
  • 1 Green, red & yellow pepper, sliced
  • 1 Red onion, sliced
  • 12 x Small corn tortillas (or flour tortillas)
  • To serve:
  • Non-dairy yogurt
  • Fresh coriander
  • Chopped green onions
  • Sliced avocado, etc.

Instructions

  1. Whisk together all the ingredients for the tempeh marinade then pour over the sliced tempeh arranged in a large, flat dish. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour.
  2. For the dip:
  3. Process all ingredients in a food processor until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and set aside
  4. Heat a large pan over medium-high heat and add the tempeh in a single layer (no need for oil as there is oil in the marinade). Cook for 4-5 minutes on one side,or until brown, flip and cook for a further 4 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1/2 Tbsp oil in another pan or wok over medium-high heat.
  6. Add the peppers and onions and cook, stirring, for approx 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  7. Warm the tortillas in a dry pan or in the oven wrapped in foil.
  8. Spread the warm tortillas with a layer of black bean-lime dip, load with sautéed vegetables, tempeh and whatever toppings you like.
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 These Sweet & Smoky Tempeh Fajitas are just the thing for fun meal with friends or family. 

What was your favourite family meal growing up?

 

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Comments

  1. Jo from yummyvege says

    June 1, 2014 at 9:44 pm

    That looks great and I’m always looking for more tempeh recipes to try!

    • Coconut and Berries says

      June 3, 2014 at 8:46 pm

      Glad you like the look of it Jo! I have quite a few tempeh recipes on the blog if you’re looking for some 😉

  2. Johanna GGG says

    June 1, 2014 at 11:57 pm

    these look delicious - interesting that you weren’t so interested in the cheese and sour cream as a child - I always went for the cheese - though in my family it was tacos rather than fajitas. Fajitas always seems very exotic to me probably because I have eaten them very rarely. The tempeh sounds heavenly to me and the dip is a brilliant addition to keep everything together.

    • Coconut and Berries says

      June 3, 2014 at 8:43 pm

      Nope. Never liked cheese! I love homemade vegan cheese now though. Rather bizarre I know!

  3. Elaine @ foodbod says

    June 2, 2014 at 5:46 am

    It all looks lovely!

    • Coconut and Berries says

      June 3, 2014 at 8:42 pm

      Thanks Elaine!

  4. The Vegan 8 says

    June 2, 2014 at 7:35 am

    Looks incredibly delicious Emma! I loooove Mexican flavors and I know I would devour several of these. I’m especially drooling over those beans with the lime, sounds SO good. I think lemon or lime juice makes everything taste better and brighter. I remember eating fajitas my whole life up until I went vegan, crazy how different things are now, insanely crazy, but I’m grateful. :)

    • Coconut and Berries says

      June 3, 2014 at 8:41 pm

      Thank you Brandi. You and me have really similar tastes me thinks! I always have a bowlful of lemons and limes on the counter. A little fresh juice or zest can make such a difference to a dish.

  5. Kari @ bite-sized thoughts says

    June 2, 2014 at 7:52 am

    We have fajitas and burritos regularly growing up too. Like you, my fillings have changed with time, but I still love them. Your sweet and smoky version sounds great!

    • Coconut and Berries says

      June 3, 2014 at 8:31 pm

      They’re such a good one for families I think. Kids like to make their own food…and eat with their hands!

  6. kayse says

    June 4, 2014 at 1:59 am

    These look absolutely amazing! I love the combination of flavors.

  7. Vanessa @ VeganFamilyRecipes says

    June 4, 2014 at 7:27 pm

    I just found your lovely site through tastespotting. I’m a huge fan of tempeh and these look delicious!

    • Coconut and Berries says

      June 4, 2014 at 7:34 pm

      Welcome to Coconut and Berries Vanessa! I’m happy you found me :) And hurrah for tempeh lovers!

  8. Jennifer James says

    June 5, 2014 at 6:19 am

    This is some seriously tantalizing food, Emma!

    • Coconut and Berries says

      June 5, 2014 at 9:20 am

      Thank you Jennifer!

  9. Maggie Muggins says

    June 12, 2014 at 3:24 pm

    Those look so good! Your tempeh looks like it’s cooked to perfection, I’m totally going to have myself a little fajita party tonight, thanks for the inspiration.

    • Coconut and Berries says

      June 12, 2014 at 10:50 pm

      Yay fajita party! There’s something about fajitas which make it feel like a fiesta when eating them 😉

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