Sticky Tempeh Bowl | Dietitian Debbie Dishes

Created On: April 19, 2023 | By Debbie | 3 Feedback

Tempeh is certainly one of our household’s favourite plant-based proteins since it’s filled with fiber too! Make this straightforward sticky tempeh bowl recipe on the stovetop in simply half-hour; excellent for a busy weeknight dinner.

two bowls with rice, broccoli, and sticky tempeh garnished with green onion and sesame seeds.

In case you are in want of some new weeknight dinner choices, I hope you’ll love this sticky tempeh bowl! Tempeh is certainly one of our household’s favourite plant-based proteins since it’s so straightforward to cook dinner and simply as versatile as a block of tofu. (We make this bbq tempeh recipe on repeat.) All you have to do for these bowls is to brown the tempeh after which toss it in your thickened sauce earlier than constructing your bowls.

Why You’ll Love this Recipe

30 Minute Meal: as a mother with an energetic toddler, I don’t have loads of spare time to spend within the kitchen so having a fast and simple vegan dish like this tempeh bowl recipe is nice.
Scalable: this straightforward recipe makes sufficient for 2-3 however you’ll be able to double up the tempeh and sauce components to serve a crowd.
Eating regimen & Allergen Pleasant: this sticky ginger tempeh recipe is vegan, dairy free, egg free, and gluten free (when utilizing gluten free tempeh and tamari).

Substances You’ll Want

sticky tempeh bowl ingredients in small dishes with text labels on a white background.

Tempeh: we love this protein packed ingredient made out of fermented soybeans for fast and simple dinner recipes like this one! (Even my toddler likes tempeh for dinner.) You’ll find it within the fridge part within the grocery retailer close to the tofu and different plant-based proteins. For those who aren’t a fan of tempeh you should use cubed tofu, chopped seitan, or rehydrated soy curls as a substitute.
Soy Sauce: the bottom of the sticky sauce; provides salty and umami taste. We like to make use of a diminished sodium soy sauce in our home. If you wish to make this gluten free, use tamari as a substitute of soy sauce.
Ginger & Garlic: construct extra Asian-inspired flavors into the yummy sauce that coats the tempeh. I desire to make use of contemporary ginger and garlic, however you’ll be able to substitute 1 teaspoon garlic powder and floor ginger.
Maple Syrup: I like to make use of maple syrup to sweeten and thicken the sauce, however you should use an equal quantity of brown sugar or coconut sugar.
Broccoli: love the colour and taste of broccoli in these bowls, however you should use different veggies relying on what you have got in your fridge. Each contemporary and frozen broccoli work on this recipe.
Rice: serve your sticky tempeh over rice (both white or brown) or your favourite grain.

Step by Step

browned tempeh in a skillet with a wooden spoon.

Step One: Add oil to a big skillet over medium-high warmth and crumble the tempeh into small items instantly into the pan. Saute till tempeh is golden brown. Take away from the pan and put aside.

sticky sauce whisked together in a white bowl.

Step Two: In a small mixing bowl, whisk collectively the sauce components (besides the cornstarch and water) till mixed. In a small bowl, whisk collectively the cornstarch and water.

sticky tempeh in a skillet with a wooden spoon.

Step Three: Add the sauce to a frying pan or medium saucepan over medium warmth. Warmth till is begins to bubble after which stir within the cornstarch combination. Proceed to cook dinner, stirring incessantly, till combination has thickened. Stir within the browned tempeh items and toss to coat within the sauce.

sautéed chopped broccoli in a skillet with a wooden spoon.

Step 4: In a separate skillet, sauté the broccoli in oil till crisp tender. Put together 2-3 servings of rice for the bowls after which assemble! Prime your vegan tempeh bowls with sliced inexperienced onions and sesame seeds. You may also add a squeeze of lime juice when serving.

Skilled Ideas

Steam the Tempeh: Some individuals discover that tempeh has a bitter style to it. In case you are delicate to it, you’ll be able to do away with the bitterness by steaming your tempeh earlier than cooking it. Nevertheless, the sweetness within the sauce for this recipe balances out any bitterness so you’ll be able to seemingly skip the steaming step.
Combine and Match Veggies: I prefer to pair this sticky tempeh with broccoli, however be at liberty to substitute anything you might have available. Some nice veggie choices embody: bok choy, cauliflower, zucchini/summer time squash, bell peppers & onion, or inexperienced beans.
Save Time: meal prep the rice upfront or use frozen rice or minute rice to scale back cooking time.

Recipe FAQs

Is tempeh gluten free?

Sure, tempeh is made with fermented soy beans so it’s typically gluten free. Nevertheless, some manufacturers add grains or different components which will include gluten to the tempeh. Simply double verify the label to ensure it’s gluten free.

Is tempeh more healthy than tofu?

Each tofu and tempeh are each made out of soybeans and could be nice sources of plant-based protein. Tofu is made out of soybean milk whereas tempeh is made out of fermented soybeans. Since tempeh nonetheless contains the entire bean, it’s a lot larger in fiber than tofu.

What do you eat tempeh with?

Tempeh is greatest served with a flavorful sauce or seasoned with spices. It it nice served in stir fry dishes like this one in addition to wraps, salads, tacos, casseroles and extra.

sticky tempeh in a bowl with rice and broccoli topped with green onion and sesame seeds.

Storage

Fridge: Leftovers could be saved in an hermetic container within the fridge for as much as 3 days. Reheat in a skillet on the stovetop or a few minutes within the microwave.
Freezer: You possibly can freeze every element of the bowl (tempeh, rice, broccoli) individually after which reheat OR you’ll be able to retailer it mixed in a single dish within the freezer for as much as 3 months. Enable to thaw within the fridge in a single day earlier than reheating on the stovetop or within the microwave.

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Sticky Tempeh Bowls

Created by: Deborah Murphy

Delicacies Asian-inspired, Vegan

Tempeh is certainly one of our household’s favourite plant-based proteins since it’s filled with fiber too! Make this straightforward sticky tempeh bowl recipe on the stovetop in simply half-hour; excellent for a busy weeknight dinner.

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Directions

For the Sticky Sauce

In a small mixing bowl, whisk collectively the sauce components (soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger).
Add the cornstarch and water to a small dish and whisk collectively.
Add the sauce components to the identical skillet you used for the tempeh and warmth till it begins to bubble gently. Stir within the cornstarch slurry. Prepare dinner stirring incessantly, till thickened. Add the tempeh and toss to coat within the sauce. Put aside.

For the Bowls

Saute the broccoli in a tablespoon of oil over medium-high warmth till crisp tender. Prepare dinner your rice.
Assemble your bowls- dividing the rice, broccoli, and tempeh between 3 bowls.

Notes

Garlic & Ginger: in case you don’t have contemporary, use 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 teaspoon floor ginger as a substitute.
Storage: Leftovers could be saved in an hermetic container within the fridge for as much as 3 days. Reheat in a skillet on the stovetop or a few minutes within the microwave. You possibly can freeze every element of the bowl (tempeh, rice, broccoli) individually OR retailer it mixed in a single dish for as much as 3 months. Enable to thaw within the fridge in a single day earlier than reheating on the stovetop or within the microwave.
Diet information don’t embody rice.