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Easy Tempeh Stir-Fry

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This Easy Tempeh Stir-Fry is a quick, flavor-packed plant-based dinner featuring crispy golden tempeh, vibrant vegetables, and a savory sesame soy sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 tablespoons water

1 vegetable bouillon cube

1/4 cup boiling water

3 tablespoons soy sauce

1–2 tablespoons sugar or agave

2 teaspoons sesame oil

Red pepper flakes, to taste

2 tablespoons high heat oil, divided

1 (8-ounce) package tempeh, cut into bite-size rectangles

2 cups broccoli florets

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 medium onion, sliced

2 teaspoons minced ginger

2 garlic cloves, minced

Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

Sliced green onions, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water until smooth. Dissolve the bouillon cube in boiling water and add to the cornstarch mixture. Stir in soy sauce, sugar or agave, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of high heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
  3. Add tempeh and cook for 3–5 minutes until browned on the edges. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  4. Add remaining oil to the pan. Cook broccoli, bell pepper, and onion for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Add minced ginger and garlic and cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Return tempeh to the pan. Pour in the prepared sauce and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and everything is heated through. Add a splash of water if needed. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Notes

For extra heat, add fresh chili peppers or additional red pepper flakes.

Swap broccoli with snap peas, zucchini, carrots, or mushrooms as desired.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water or microwave in 30-second intervals.

Use tamari and gluten-free bouillon to make this recipe gluten-free.

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