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Golden Tempeh Nourish Bowl

45 min

Main

For a filling and nourishing lunch or dinner packed with antioxidants, look no further! The tempeh is crispy and coated in a zesty sauce, and the seasoned red rice pairs so nicely with the sauteed mushrooms and kale.

Servings

Total

45 min

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Contains

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soy

Sesame symbol

sesame

Free from

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peanut

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tree nut

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gluten

Ingredients

Marinated tempeh

  • 1½ cups (360 mL)
    orange juice
  • ¼ cup (60 mL)
  • 4
    cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 Tbsp (17 g)
  • 1 Tbsp (15 mL)
  • 2 tsp (4 g)
    freshly grated ginger
  • 2 tsp (6 g)
    ground turmeric
  • 8.8 oz (250 g)
    tempeh, cut into 1 cm x 2 cm pieces
  • 2 Tbsp (16 g)
    cornstarch
  • 1 Tbsp (15 mL)
    vegetable oil, for frying

Seasoned Rice

  • 1½ cups (240 g)
    uncooked red rice, soaked overnight
  • 1½ cups (360 mL)
    water
  • 1
    vegetable bouillon cube, crushed

Veggies

  • 2 tsp (10 mL)
    toasted sesame oil
  • 2
    portobello mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • 2
    carrots, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups (100 g)
    kale, chopped
  • ¼ tsp
    salt
  • ⅛ tsp
    ground black pepper

Optional toppings

  • roasted unsalted cashews
  • red bell pepper
  • black sesame seeds
  • sliced green onion

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the orange juice, tahini, garlic, miso, sambal, ginger, and turmeric.
  2. Add the pieces of tempeh to the bowl, toss, and let marinate for as long as possible - either just while preparing the rest of the recipe, or overnight to maximize flavour.
  3. Meanwhile, chop the mushrooms, carrots, and kale. Set aside.
  4. Add the rice, water, and bouillon to a medium pot. Cook partially covered at a gentle simmer for about 20 minutes. When cooked, remove from the heat, fully cover, and let sit for 5 minutes.
  5. Separate the marinated tempeh from the sauce, and place it in a bowl. Reserve the leftover marinade as this will be the dressing for the nourish bowl.
  6. Sprinkle cornstarch over the tempeh and toss to coat.
  7. Preheat the oil in a large pan on medium-high heat. When hot, add the tempeh and panfry until the tempeh is golden on all sides, tossing every few minutes.
  8. To a separate pan, add the sesame oil and mushrooms. Cook for 3 - 4 minutes.
  9. Then add the carrots, kale, salt, and pepper and cook for 3 - 4 more minutes.
  10. To assemble, layer some rice on the bottom of a bowl. Top with the sautéed kale mix and pan-fried tempeh. Add other desired toppings, drizzle the reserved golden tahini sauce on top, and enjoy!

Notes

  • If unable to soak the rice overnight, cook according to the package instructions as more water will be needed to cook the rice.

Storage

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Store the sauce separately until you are ready to eat.

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