Grilled Marinated Tempeh Steak with Avocado, Radicchio, Orange Dressing, and Tahini

Ingredients for Grilled Marinated Tempeh Steak with Avocado, Radicchio, Orange Dressing, and Tahini

• 120ml tahini (Middle Eastern sesame paste), well-stirred

• 1 clove garlic, germ removed and clove crushed with back of knife

• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 small lemon)

• 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 teaspoon fine sea salt

• 3/4 teaspoons ground white pepper

• 4 (110g) pieces soy tempeh

• 240ml freshly squeezed orange juice (from 2 medium oranges)

• 45ml plus 1 1/2 teaspoons white wine vinegar

• 120ml extra-virgin olive oil

• 2 drops orange oil*

• 1 teaspoon fine sea salt

• 1/2 teaspoons ground white pepper

• Olive oil (for brushing)

• 2 heads radicchio, cut into eighths through core, with some core still attached to each piece

• 1/4 cup (loosely packed) fresh flat-leaf parsley, coarsely chopped

• 2 firm-ripe avocados, peeled and cut into wedges

• 45ml fresh lemon juice (from 1 medium lemon)

• *Available at specialty foods shops. If unavailable, use 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest. Do not substitute orange flower water.

How to make Grilled Marinated Tempeh Steak with Avocado, Radicchio, Orange Dressing, and Tahini

In blender on high, blend tahini and garlic until smooth, about 30 seconds. With motor running, add 120ml water, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper and blend until incorporated, about 30 seconds. (Tahini sauce can be prepared ahead and refrigerated, in airtight container, up to 2 days. If sauce is too thick after storage, whisk in several drops of water to thin.)

Reserve 120ml tahini sauce for serving. Brush remainder in thick layer over both sides of tempeh pieces. Transfer to airtight container and refrigerate at least 4 hours and up to 8 hours.

In a 2-quart pot over moderately high heat, bring orange juice to a boil. Lower heat to moderate and simmer, uncovered, until reduced by half, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to large bowl and let cool to room temperature, about 15 minutes. Whisk in vinegar, then gradually whisk in olive oil, orange oil, salt, and pepper. (Dressing can be prepared ahead and refrigerated, in airtight container, up to 2 days. Whisk to reemulsify before using.)

If using charcoal grill, open vents on bottom, then light charcoal and preheat grill to moderately high. If using gas grill, preheat burners on high with hood closed 10 minutes, then turn down to moderately high. Brush grill rack with oil.

Grill tempeh, turning once, until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Grill radicchio, turning once, until beginning to wilt, about 2 minutes perside.

Cut each piece of tempeh into 4 slices. In large bowl, toss together radicchio, parsley, and orange dressing. Divide salad among 4 plates and top with tempeh and avocado slices. Drizzle with lemon juice and reserved tahini sauce. Serve immediately.

Haftungsausschluss

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.