Tempeh stir-fry
Likely supporting ingredients: oil, soy sauce, garlic, rice, vegetables or coconut milk.
Cook with what you have
What Can I Make with Tempeh?
With tempeh, you can make Tempeh stir-fry, Tempeh tacos, Tempeh curry, plus the other practical options below. Choose by the time, equipment, and supporting ingredients you have.
Five realistic directions
Meal ideas that genuinely fit these ingredients
Tempeh tacos
Likely supporting ingredients: oil, soy sauce, garlic, rice, vegetables or coconut milk.
Tempeh curry
Likely supporting ingredients: oil, soy sauce, garlic, rice, vegetables or coconut milk.
Tempeh grain bowl
Likely supporting ingredients: oil, soy sauce, garlic, rice, vegetables or coconut milk.
Sticky baked tempeh
Likely supporting ingredients: oil, soy sauce, garlic, rice, vegetables or coconut milk.
Pantry additions
What you may still need
oil, soy sauce, garlic, rice, vegetables or coconut milk
Meal types
Good fits
- lunch
- dinner
- meal prep
Substitutions
If an ingredient is missing
Firm tofu can replace tempeh but is softer, milder and holds less chew.
A substitution can change texture, binding, leavening, taste, moisture, or cooking time.
Prep and storage
Keep the ingredients ready to use
Keep refrigerated and freeze unopened portions if needed.
Keep exploring
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FAQ
Questions about cooking with Tempeh
What is the quickest thing to make with tempeh?
Tempeh stir-fry is usually the quickest starting point. You may also need oil, soy sauce, garlic, rice, vegetables or coconut milk.
Can I make Tempeh stir-fry with only these main ingredients?
It depends on the recipe. For better flavour and the right structure, you will usually still need oil, soy sauce, garlic, rice, vegetables or coconut milk.
What can I substitute for tempeh?
Firm tofu can replace tempeh but is softer, milder and holds less chew.
How should I store tempeh?
Keep refrigerated and freeze unopened portions if needed.
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