Maple Ginger Tempeh (Vegan and Gluten Free)
Makes 2-4 servings
Have you ever wondered how to prepare tempeh? Try something new this season by making this savory maple ginger tempeh. Tempeh is made from cooked and fermented soybeans and is often used as a meat substitute. It is high in protein and calcium and has a nutty flavor. I find that steaming the tempeh for 15 minutes softens the tempeh and helps the tempeh absorb the marinade better. The marinade is made from a combination of sweet maple syrup, salty tamari, spicy cayenne, and earthy ginger. This flavorful marinade is also tasty with tofu.
Ingredients:
½ cup coconut milk
3 tablespoons tamari
2 tablespoons maple syrup
½ teaspoon dried ginger
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 package tempeh, cubed
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Steam tempeh for 15 minutes. While tempeh is steaming, prepare marinade by whisking coconut milk, tamari, maple syrup, dried ginger, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper in a medium bowl.
- Marinate steamed tempeh for 30 minutes to 1 hour
- Bake tempeh for 20 minutes. Flip halfway through.
By Tiffany Wu / Guest Blogger
Tiffany is a student at JMU, majoring in dietetics. Her family owned a Chinese restaurant when she was growing up, so her passion for food and cooking began at an early age. She especially likes creating delicious and healthy plant-based recipes.
