Maple Sriracha Tempeh Bowl (Printable)

Sticky-sweet tempeh with crisp slaw and rice

# What You’ll Need:

→ Tempeh & Marinade

01 - 14 oz tempeh, cut into bite-sized cubes
02 - 3 tbsp maple syrup
03 - 2 tbsp Sriracha sauce
04 - 2 tbsp soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
05 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
06 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

→ Crunchy Slaw

09 - 2 cups red cabbage, thinly sliced
10 - 1 cup carrots, julienned or grated
11 - 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
12 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
13 - 3 tbsp rice vinegar
14 - 1 tbsp maple syrup
15 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
16 - Salt and pepper, to taste
17 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

→ Bowl Base & Garnishes

18 - 2 cups cooked jasmine or brown rice
19 - 1 avocado, sliced
20 - Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
21 - Lime wedges, for serving

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger until well combined. Add tempeh cubes and toss gently to coat. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
02 - Combine cabbage, carrots, cucumber, and spring onions in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Pour dressing over vegetables and toss thoroughly to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and set aside to let flavors meld.
03 - Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add marinated tempeh along with any remaining marinade. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tempeh is caramelized and golden brown on all sides, about 7-10 minutes. The marinade will reduce to a sticky glaze.
04 - Divide cooked rice evenly among 4 bowls. Top each portion with a generous amount of crunchy slaw and maple Sriracha tempeh. Arrange components in sections for visual appeal.
05 - Finish each bowl with sliced avocado, fresh cilantro leaves, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Serve immediately while tempeh is still warm and slaw remains crisp.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The tempeh gets this incredible candy-like exterior while staying tender inside
  • You get crunch, creaminess, heat, and sweet all in one bowl
  • It comes together faster than you can decide what to watch for dinner
02 -
  • Letting the tempeh marinate even for just 15 minutes makes a huge difference in flavor penetration
  • Resist the urge to stir the tempeh too frequently while cooking, you want those caramelized edges
  • The slaw actually gets better after sitting for a bit, so feel free to make it ahead
03 -
  • Press your tempeh for 15 minutes before marinating if you have time, it helps the flavors penetrate deeper
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for 2 minutes before sprinkling, the aroma difference is worth the extra step

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