How to Cook Tempeh
Learn how to cook perfect and delicious tempeh with this easy method! Featuring a simple, flavorful marinade, and the option to either bake or sauté.
Yield: servings
Equipment
- Steamer basket
- Medium bowl
- baking sheet
- Large skillet
Ingredients
- 8 ounces tempeh cut into even-sized cubes
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place tempeh in a steamer basket and steam for 10 minutes.
- Mix together soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, olive oil, and black pepper in a large bowl. Place tempeh into bowl with marinade, toss to coat, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to overnight.
For Baked Tempeh
- Preheat oven to 425° Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet.
- Arrange tempeh on baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until lightly golden and crispy. Toss with remaining marinade, then serve immediately.
For Sautéed Tempeh
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add in tempeh and sauté for 2-3 minutes per side or until crispy. Toss with remaining marinade, then serve immediately.
Nutrition
Serving Size: 1serving | Calories: 189cal | Protein: 14g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 812mg | Potassium: 256mg | Total Carbs: 19g | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Net Carbs: 15g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 2mg