The Authentic & Healthy Way to Cook Tempeh (in 35 Minutes!) | Sticky Tempeh Recipe

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🥗Healthier: low-sugar soy sauce

💰Cheaper: honey

Low-sugar soy sauce reduces sweetness while maintaining flavor.

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🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tofu is a lighter alternative, while seitan is a protein-rich substitute.

Cook rice according to package instructions.

Peel and mince ginger using a spoon or knife.

Finely mince garlic after peeling.

Slice tempeh thinly, then cut into thin sticks, and finally mince into fine crumbles.

Heat a skillet and add olive oil until hot.

Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and fry until fragrant and slightly brown, about 2-3 minutes.

Add crumbled tempeh to the skillet, turning up the heat to high, and sauté until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes.

Mix soy sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, and optional Sriracha in a bowl to create the sauce.

Once the tempeh is golden brown, pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and turn the heat to medium-low.

Stir continuously until the sauce coats the tempeh evenly, about 4-6 minutes, until caramelized into a deep rich dark brown color.

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