Recently, someone I know told me that she’d eaten a vegan “Elvis” sandwich in a New York City eatery. Curious, I learned that Elvis Presley’s favorite sandwich was grilled peanut butter, banana, and bacon. It sounds a bit odd, but the combination is curiously good in this vegan recipe. The biggest modification is that smoky tempeh takes the place of bacon; natural, organic peanut butter and whole grain bread make it healthier. It’s a bit intense, but for active people or hungry teens, this could be a big hit. Multiply the ingredients given here for more sandwiches. It makes a great school lunch.
Vegan “Elvis” Sandwich with Tempeh Bacon
Makes: 1 sandwich
Ingredients
- Earth Balance or olive oil cooking spray
- 4 slices seasoned tempeh strips, homemade or prepared
- 2 slices whole grain bread
- natural peanut butter (crunchy or smooth, as desired) as needed
- 1/2 medium banana, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Heat just enough Earth Balance or cooking oil spray in a small skillet. Cook the vegan bacon on both sides over medium heat until lightly browned and crisp.
- Meanwhile, spread the peanut butter on both slices of bread. Top one of them with banana slices, then with the cooked bacon. Cover with the other slice of bread.
- Grill the sandwich in the heated skillet on both sides over medium heat until the bread is golden brown. Serve at once.
- Here are more recipes forĀ vegan sandwiches and wraps.
5 Comments
Dee
February 7, 2012 at 6:54 pmSounds yummy and nutritious. Peanut butter is very versatile in vegan dishes. I also happen to love banana so adding banana to a sandwich sounds like heaven. Must try this one. Thanks for sharing.
Nava
February 7, 2012 at 10:05 pmHope you enjoy it, Dee. The vegan bacon sounds like an odd addition, but it really is good!
Psion
June 14, 2012 at 7:26 pmNava, I think your son got his Elvis sandwich at “Terri” on 23rd St. Sadly, I haven’t seen it on the board any more.
Thanks for the recipe.
Nava
June 14, 2012 at 7:30 pmYou know, I’m pretty sure you’re right! Luckily, it’s so easy to make at home, even if Terri is no longer offering it.
Gene
August 22, 2016 at 11:12 pmHi I’m going Vegan tommorow should I eat this for breakfast because its vegan what should I eat for lunch and dinner do I eat this everyday ??