Vegetable Tempeh Stir-Fry (Printable Version)

Nutty tempeh and crisp vegetables tossed in savory Asian-style sauce, ready in 30 minutes.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Protein

01 - 8.8 oz tempeh, cut into 0.4 inch cubes

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
05 - 3.5 oz sugar snap peas, trimmed
06 - 3.5 oz broccoli florets
07 - 2 spring onions, sliced
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 0.75 inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced

→ Sauce

10 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
11 - 2 tablespoons water
12 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
13 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar
14 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
15 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch

→ Cooking

16 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil such as sunflower or canola

→ Garnish

17 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds optional
18 - Fresh coriander or cilantro leaves optional

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, and cornstarch until well combined. Set aside.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add tempeh cubes and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden on all sides. Transfer to a plate.
03 - Add remaining oil to the wok. Stir-fry garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add bell peppers, carrot, sugar snap peas, and broccoli. Stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes until vegetables are just tender but still crisp.
05 - Return tempeh to the wok. Stir the sauce, then pour it over the stir-fry. Toss everything together and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats evenly.
06 - Remove from heat. Stir in spring onions and garnish with sesame seeds and coriander if desired. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • High in Protein: Tempeh provides a hearty, plant-based protein source.
  • Quick and Easy: A 30-minute total time makes it perfect for weeknights.
  • Nutrient-Dense: Packed with fresh peppers, carrots, broccoli, and snap peas.
02 -
  • Gluten-Free Option: Use tamari instead of soy sauce to make the recipe gluten-free.
  • Consistent Sizing: Cut the vegetables into uniform sizes to ensure they all cook at the same rate.
  • Tempeh Texture: Cubing the tempeh into 1 cm pieces provides the perfect ratio of crispy exterior to nutty interior.
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