An easy Thai-inspired vegetarian tempeh recipe that you can serve alone or over rice. In this easy recipe, tempeh is simmered in vegetable broth, then lightly cooked with chilies and lime then tossed with fresh basil for a Thai flavor. A vegetarian and vegan tempeh recipe.
See also: More Vegetarian Tempeh Recipes
Ingredients:
- 1 8 ounce package of tempeh, sliced into 1 inch cubes
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, whole
- 3 fresh chili peppers, seeded and minced
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
Preparation:
In a small skillet or pot, combine the tempeh, vegetable broth, pepper and garlic. Cover and allow to simmer for about 20 minutes. Drain tempeh.
In a separate large skillet, sautee the tempeh in olive oil for 2 or 3 minutes. Add the chilies, lime juice, soy sauce and sugar and cook for another 2 or 3 minutes.
Stir in the fresh basil and serve hot over rice, if desired.
