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Tempeh with Bell Peppers

Tempeh with Bell Peppers: A Vibrant Vegan Stir-Fry Delight

This Tempeh with Bell Peppers recipe is a quick and healthy vegan stir-fry, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, Vegan
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Stir-Fry
  • 8 ounces Tempeh cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil or olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for stir-frying
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers various colors, sliced
  • 1 medium Onion yellow or red, sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 inch Ginger fresh, grated
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Directions
  1. Begin by cutting the tempeh into 1-inch cubes and marinating it in a mixture of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil for 10 minutes, turning occasionally.
  2. While marinating, slice the bell peppers and onion, and mince the garlic and ginger.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir-fry the marinated tempeh for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Remove the tempeh and add the remaining olive oil to the skillet. Stir-fry the onion for 2 minutes, then add the bell peppers, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Return the cooked tempeh to the skillet, pour over the reserved marinade, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until heated through.
  6. Remove from heat, garnish with scallions, and serve hot over rice or quinoa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 150mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Allow tempeh to marinate longer for enhanced flavor; don't overcook vegetables for a crisp texture.

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