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Creamy Satay Tempeh

Kelly Jensen
This satay tempeh recipe is a bright, creamy recipe loaded with vegetables and high protein plant-based ingredients. This satay dish features a sweet & tangy peanut coconut sauce, which is perfect for serving over rice, quinoa, or noodles.
5 from 6 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American, Canadian, Indonesian
Servings 10 servings
Calories 584 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Pan

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups peanut butter
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce or liquid aminos
  • 2 limes juiced
  • 14 ounces coconut milk full fat
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 ounces tempeh 1 package
  • 4 cups chopped vegetables of choice I used onion, bell pepper, and kale
  • 4 cups cooked rice or other grain of choice like quinoa
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro chopped

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot over medium heat, mix the peanut butter and water together, and stir well to combine.
  • Add the soy sauce/liquid aminos, garlic, lime juice, coconut milk, brown sugar, and sriracha. Bring to a low simmer, and cook, covered, for 15 minutes then remove from heat.
  • In a separate large pan, heat the tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat, and add in the diced tempeh. Cook for 6-7 minutes until the edges get crispy. Add in the chopped vegetables, and continue to sauté for 7 to 8 more minutes until vegetables are tender.
  • Add the tempeh and vegetables to the pot with the satay sauce. Heat over medium heat until hot and bubbling.
  • Serve over cooked rice or grain and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 584kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 21gFat: 39gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 301mgPotassium: 668mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 3712IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 4mg
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