Wanna Be Mellow Mushroom Tempeh Hoagie

Instructions

1. In a shallow dish, whisk together soy sauce, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper to make the marinade. Add the tempeh strips to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for maximum flavor.

2. While the tempeh is marinating, prepare the zesty aioli. In a small bowl, combine vegan mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix well and adjust seasoning according to your taste. Set aside in the refrigerator until ready to assemble the hoagies.

3. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat and lightly drizzle with olive oil. Cook the marinated tempeh strips for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and slightly caramelized.

4. Slice the hoagie rolls in half lengthwise and lightly toast them in the grill pan for a minute or two.

5. To assemble the hoagies, spread a generous amount of zesty aioli on the bottom half of each hoagie roll. Layer with grilled tempeh strips, red and yellow bell pepper slices, red onion, and fresh arugula.

6. Top each hoagie with the remaining half of the roll and press down gently to secure all the delicious fillings.

7. Serve your 'Wanna Be Mellow Mushroom Tempeh Hoagie' immediately, alongside a crisp green salad or your favorite chips for a complete meal that will delight your taste buds.