Crispy Salt and Pepper Tempeh

Ingredients - Serves 4

• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cornstarch - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Maple syrup - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Tempeh - 8 ounces

Let's Get Started

1. Cut the tempeh into thin slices.
2. In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, maple syrup, minced garlic, black pepper, and salt.
3. Add the tempeh slices to the bowl and toss to coat in the marinade. Let sit for 10 minutes.
4. After the tempeh has marinated, toss it in the cornstarch until it's fully coated.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
6. Add the tempeh slices to the pan and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, until crispy and golden.
7. Remove the tempeh from the pan and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
8. Serve the crispy salt and pepper tempeh with your favorite dipping sauce.

Dietary Info

• Dish Type: Main Course
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Calories: 220
• Fat: 13g
• Carbs: 9g
• Protein: 20g
• Sodium: 500mg
• Sugar: 2g