8 ounces tempeh, sliced into tempeh
1/4 tsp liquid smoke (optional)
1 1/2 Tbsp maple syrup, grade B
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil or virgin coconut oil
2-3 tsp tamari or 2 tsp soy sauce
1 Tbsp crushed raw walnuts
4 cups shredded carrots
1 small onion, diced
1 Tbsp curry powder
1/4 tsp turmeric powder (for added turmeric power, optional)
1/8 tsp black pepper
2 Tbsp tahini
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
sweet stuff: 1 - 1 1/2 Tbsp maple syrup + an optional handful or raisins
1/2 cup flat leaf parsley, finely chopped + some for garnish
a few pinches of cayenne for heat (optional)
salt and pepper for carrot salad - to taste