Jerk Chickpea Tempeh

Name: Jerk Chickpea Tempeh
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 3 to 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh tempeh, thick-sliced (½”) or cubed; Jerk marinade: 1 scotch bonnet or habanero, seeds removed; 1 tsp ground allspice; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated; 2 tbsp tamari; 1 tbsp neutral oil; 1 tsp brown sugar; 2 cloves garlic; juice of 1 lime; 1 tbsp green onion

June 19, 2026

Jerk Chickpea Tempeh is a soy-free tempeh dinner made with fresh, fermented chickpea tempeh instead of soy. A few simple swaps keep it gluten-free, too.

3 to 4 servings · About 30 min · Soy-free · Gluten-free option

Why fermented chickpea tempeh

This recipe is built on our fresh chickpea tempeh, which is fermented rather than pasteurized, so the culture stays active and the flavor stays full. It is naturally soy-free and holds its texture through cooking.

Ingredients

1 lb fresh tempeh, thick-sliced (½”) or cubed
Jerk marinade: 1 scotch bonnet or habanero, seeds removed
1 tsp ground allspice
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
2 tbsp tamari
1 tbsp neutral oil
1 tsp brown sugar
2 cloves garlic
juice of 1 lime
1 tbsp green onion

Instructions

Blend marinade. All ingredients in blender. Blend smooth, spicy, fragrant, deeply savory.
Marinate. Pour over tempeh. 30 min to 2 hours. Don’t go overnight, lime juice breaks down fresh tempeh’s texture past 2 to 3 hrs.
Cook. High-heat sear or grill. Get char marks and caramelization, slight burn is intentional.
Finish. While hot, brush with 1 tbsp tamari + 1 tsp brown sugar glaze. Rest 3 to 5 min.

Chef note: Scotch bonnet is genuinely hot. Start with half or substitute jalapeño for milder. Pairs with rice and peas, fried plantain, mango slaw. Week-two tempeh is ideal.

Make it with

Start from a block of OG Raw Chickpea Tempeh, our blank-canvas base for any recipe. For a no-cook protein any night, grab our Tempeh Jerky Variety 3-Pack. Short on time? Reach for our heat-and-serve 10-Minute Crispy Tempeh Cubes.

Allergen swaps

Tamari → coconut aminos (soy-free).

Frequently asked questions

Is Jerk Chickpea Tempeh soy-free?

Yes. Our tempeh is fermented from chickpeas, not soybeans, so this recipe is naturally soy-free. Check any packaged sauces or condiments if soy is a strict concern.

How do I make it gluten-free?

The tempeh itself is gluten-free. Use gluten-free bread, tamari, or noodles wherever the recipe calls for the standard version, and confirm any packaged sauces are gluten-free.