Low Carb Easy Fried Tempeh
Elevate your plant-based culinary game with this irresistible Low Carb Easy Fried Tempeh recipe! Perfect for anyone seeking a crunchy, protein-packed snack or topping for salads, this dish features tempeh slices softened through gentle steaming, marinated in a savory soy sauce blend, and coated in a fragrant mixture of coconut flour, smoked paprika, and cumin. Quick to prepare with just 20 minutes from start to finish, this gluten-free and low-carb recipe delivers crisp, golden-brown perfection with every bite. Whether served solo or paired with a favorite low-carb dip, it’s a healthy, flavor-packed treat that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz tempeh
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
- 0.25 cup coconut flour
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp salt
Instructions
Begin by slicing the 8 oz of tempeh into 1/4 inch thick slices. To soften and remove the bitterness, steam the tempeh slices in a steamer for about 5 minutes, then set aside to cool.
In a shallow bowl or dish, mix together 2 tbsp of soy sauce and 1 tbsp of olive oil. Add 1 tsp of garlic powder and 0.5 tsp of ground black pepper to the mixture. Stir until well combined.
Marinate the cooled tempeh slices in the soy sauce mixture for at least 5 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even coating.
In another shallow dish, prepare the coating by combining 0.25 cup of coconut flour, 1 tsp of smoked paprika, 0.5 tsp of ground cumin, and 0.5 tsp of salt. Mix well.
Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Remove the tempeh slices from the marinade and dredge them in the seasoned coconut flour mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated.
Place the coated tempeh slices in the heated skillet. Fry each side for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Once all slices are fried, transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.
Serve the crispy fried tempeh warm, accompanied by your favorite low-carb dip or salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
864 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.0 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2402 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 54.9 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 260 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1327 mg | 28% | |
*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.
