How it's used
Used in stir-fries, sandwiches, or as a meat substitute in tacos and burgers.
Legumes
tempeh
Fermented soybeans formed into a firm block, with a nutty, earthy flavor.
- Usual recipe measure
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- Recipes using this ingredient
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In the kitchen
Substitutes
TofuSeitan
Pairs well with
A complete plant protein - pair with vitamin C-rich vegetables to boost absorption of its iron and zinc.
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Recipes that use tempeh
MealSoutheast Asian
Rainbow Tempeh Summer Rolls
Five generous fresh rice-paper rolls filled with sticky soy-sesame tempeh, edamame, vivid crisp vegetables and pickled ginger, with a creamy lime-tahini dip.
Open recipeMealSoutheast Asian
Tempeh Satay Skewers
Charred tempeh, mushroom and pepper satay skewers with tamarind-peanut sauce, quick cucumber pickle and brown rice.
Open recipeMealSoutheast Asian
Tempeh Rendang Rice-Crust Skillet
Sticky tempeh and aubergine rendang served over an inverted brown-rice crust, with toasted coconut, lime and coriander.
Open recipeMealEast Asian
Miso Tempeh Paper Parcels
Ginger-miso tempeh, shiitake, edamame and pak choi steamed inside a puffed paper parcel, opened over rice with crisp cucumber.
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What 100 g contributes
Nutrition summary
At a glance
Higher inPhosphorusVitamin B2
Calories
213kcal
37% cal
Protein
19.9g
14% cal
Carbs
7.6g
48% cal
Fat
11.4g
Small numbers, big impact
Everyday essentials
Fibre0.00g
Vitamin B120.14ฮผg
Vitamin D0.00ฮผg
Iodine0.00ฮผg
Iron2.13mg
Zinc1.57mg
Calcium96.00mg
Nutrition values are estimates and can vary with variety, brand, cooking method and water content.