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Insanely Easy Teriyaki Tempeh Recipe! (packed with protein & flavor)

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Teriyaki tempeh is a modern twist on traditional Japanese teriyaki, which typically features meat or fish. Tempeh, a fermented soybean product, is celebrated for its nutty flavor and high protein content, making it a popular choice in vegetarian and vegan diets. This dish showcases the balance of sweet and savory flavors characteristic of teriyaki sauce, and has gained popularity in plant-based cooking worldwide.

Ingredients

  • โ—tempeh
  • โ—soy sauce
  • โ—mirin
  • โ—sugar
  • โ—ginger
  • โ—garlic
  • โ—sesame oil
  • โ—green onions
  • โ—sesame seeds
  • โ—vegetable oil
  • โ—rice
  • โ—water
  • โ—salt
  • โ—pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Slice the tempeh into thin strips.
  2. 2Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. 3Add the tempeh and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. 4In a bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic.
  5. 5Pour the sauce over the tempeh in the skillet.
  6. 6Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens.
  7. 7Remove from heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
  8. 8Serve over cooked rice, garnished with additional green onions.

Ingredient Alternatives

mirin

Healthier: rice vinegar + sugar

Cheaper: white wine + sugar

Rice vinegar + sugar mimics mirin's sweetness and acidity.

sesame oil

Healthier: olive oil

Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more affordable option with a neutral flavor.

tempeh

Healthier: tofu

Cheaper: seitan

Tofu is lower in calories, while seitan is often cheaper.

soy sauce

Healthier: tamari

Cheaper: coconut aminos

Coconut aminos is a soy-free alternative.

Techniques

slicingmixingstir-frying

Equipment

skilletbowlspatulameasuring cupsknifecutting board
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Also Known As

Teriyaki TofuTempeh Teriyaki
vegandairy-freeegg-freenut-free

Ingredients

  • โ—2 cups all-purpose flour
  • โ—1/2 cup brown sugar
  • โ—1 tbsp baking powder
  • โ—1/2 tsp salt
  • โ—1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • โ—1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • โ—1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • โ—1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • โ—1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
  • โ—1/4 cup almond milk
  • โ—1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  3. 3In another bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, melted coconut oil, almond milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. 4Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. 5Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together.
  6. 6Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick and cut it into wedges or use a biscuit cutter to make rounds.
  7. 7Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. 8Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. 9Allow the scones to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Equipment

mixing bowlswhiskbaking sheetparchment paperknife or biscuit cutterwire rack

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