Sweet And Sour Tempeh Stir-fry

This Sweet and Sour Tempeh Stir-Fry is a delicious and healthy dish that combines the tangy flavors of sweet and sour sauce with the heartiness of tempeh. It's a perfect option for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.

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Sweet And Sour Tempeh Stir-fry

Ingredients

  • 1 package of tempeh, cubed
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, ginger, and garlic to make the sweet and sour sauce. Set aside.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the tempeh and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed and sauté the bell peppers and onion until they start to soften.
  4. Add the pineapple chunks and cooked tempeh back into the skillet.
  5. Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the tempeh and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything in the sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve the sweet and sour tempeh stir-fry hot over cooked rice or noodles.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
15g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Skillet or wok Cutting board Knife Small bowl Whisk

Tools

Stove Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the sweet and sour tempeh stir-fry with a side of steamed jasmine rice and garnish with chopped green onions for a pop of color and freshness.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha sauce before serving.

Cost

$15