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Healthy Tempeh Recipe

A quick and nutritious dish that packs a protein punch with the hearty texture of tempeh.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian Inspired
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 ounces tempeh cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Fresh vegetables like bell peppers and broccoli for stir-frying

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet
  • Spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Cut the tempeh into small cubes.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, ginger powder, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Add the tempeh cubes to the marinade and let them soak for at least 10 minutes.
  4. In a non-stick skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  5. Add the marinated tempeh cubes to the skillet in a single layer and cook for about 5 minutes.
  6. After 5 minutes, add your choice of fresh vegetables to the skillet.
  7. Stir everything together and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the tempeh is golden brown and the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  8. Remove from heat and serve immediately with rice, quinoa, or in wraps.

Notes

For extra crunch, consider adding nuts or seeds right before serving.