Easy Fried Tempeh

Crispy, savory, and utterly satisfying, this Easy Fried Tempeh recipe is the perfect way to elevate plant-based protein with minimal effort. Featuring bold flavors from a quick soy sauce, garlic, and sesame marinade, this dish transforms tempeh into golden, flavorful slices with irresistible edges. Ready in just 25 minutes, including marination and fry time, this simple recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or as a crowd-pleasing vegan side dish. Pair it with rice, noodles, or a fresh salad for a wholesome meal, or serve it as a crunchy snack drizzled with your favorite dipping sauce. With its crispy texture and rich umami flavor, this Easy Fried Tempeh is sure to become a plant-based favorite in your recipe repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

8 oz tempeh
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp garlic powder
0.5 tsp ginger powder
1 tbsp sesame oil
0.25 cup vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

1. Cut the tempeh into slices approximately 1/4 inch thick.

Step 2

2. In a medium bowl, mix together soy sauce, garlic powder, ginger powder, and sesame oil to create a marinade.

Step 3

3. Place the tempeh slices in the marinade and ensure they are well-coated. Allow them to sit for at least 10 minutes, turning halfway through to marinate evenly.

Step 4

4. Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

5. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the marinated tempeh slices in a single layer, making sure they don’t overlap.

Step 6

6. Fry the tempeh for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy on the edges.

Step 7

7. Transfer the fried tempeh to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 8

8. Serve hot as a snack or as a side dish to enhance your meal.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	348.8 grams (348.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1055

Total Fat 92.40g	118%
Saturated Fat 17.20g	86%
Polyunsaturated Fat 39.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1762mg	77%
Total Carbohydrate 23.00g	8%
Dietary Fiber 0.80g	3%
Total Sugars 0.30g
Protein 50.10g	100%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 239mg	18%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 1111mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.0%

Protein: 17.8%

Carbs: 8.2%