Gluten-Free Crispy Fried Tempe
Elevate your plant-based dining experience with this delectable *Gluten-Free Crispy Fried Tempe*, a perfect fusion of wholesome ingredients and indulgent crunch. This recipe transforms humble tempeh into golden, crispy perfection using a savory tamari-based marinade and a light, bubbly batter made with rice flour and sparkling water. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch paired with a rich depth of flavor, all without the gluten. Quick to prepare and fried to irresistible crispiness, this dish is ideal as an appetizer, snack, or protein-packed main. Serve it hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleaser that everyone—gluten-free or not—will adore!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces tempeh
- 3 tablespoons tamari sauce
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.75 cup rice flour
- 0.25 cup cornstarch
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sparkling water
- 2 cups vegetable oil
Instructions
Slice the tempeh into thin strips, approximately 1/4-inch thick.
In a mixing bowl, combine the tamari sauce, water, garlic powder, and ground black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
Add the tempeh strips to the marinade and let them soak for at least 15 minutes.
In another bowl, combine rice flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
Slowly add the sparkling water to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously to create a smooth batter.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Once the oil is hot, remove the tempeh from the marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off.
Dip each tempeh strip into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated.
Carefully place the batter-coated tempeh into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
Remove the fried tempeh from the oil using a slotted spoon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Repeat the process with the remaining tempeh strips.
Serve the crispy fried tempeh hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1160 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.9 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 933 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 75 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 308 mg | 7% | |
*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.
