High Protein Crispy Fried Tempe
Transform your weeknight dinners with this High Protein Crispy Fried Tempeh recipe—a perfect balance of bold flavors, crunchy texture, and plant-based protein. Featuring tender tempeh strips marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper, this recipe delivers a flavor-packed punch. Coated in a light cornstarch batter and fried to golden perfection, each bite is irresistibly crisp while maintaining a soft, meaty interior. Garnished with fresh chopped scallions and served with a side of spicy chili sauce (optional), this dish is ideal for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone craving a satisfying high-protein meal. Ready in just 30 minutes with minimal effort, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for busy days or casual get-togethers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Tempeh
- 60 ml Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 60 grams Cornstarch
- 125 ml Water
- 250 ml Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Chopped scallions
- 60 ml Chili sauce (optional for serving)
Instructions
Slice the tempeh into thin strips, approximately 1/4 inch thick.
In a medium-sized bowl, mix soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground black pepper.
Add the tempeh strips to the bowl, ensuring they are well-coated with the marinade. Let them marinate for about 10 minutes.
In another bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a batter. The consistency should be similar to pancake batter.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat.
Dip each marinated tempeh strip into the cornstarch batter, letting any excess drip off before placing it in the hot oil.
Fry the tempeh pieces in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry each side for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove the tempeh from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil.
Sprinkle the crispy fried tempeh with chopped scallions.
Serve hot with chili sauce on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 266.8 g | 342% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.2 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 142.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3208 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 106.6 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 86.7 g | 173% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 440 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2012 mg | 43% | |
*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.
