This teriyaki tempeh and broccoli stir-fry is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor. The tempeh is marinated in a savory teriyaki sauce before being cooked until golden brown and slightly crispy. The broccoli is added to the pan and cooked until tender-crisp. The whole dish is then finished with a glossy teriyaki sauce that's sure to please everyone at the table.
Tempeh is a fermented soybean product that has a chewy texture and a nutty flavor. It's a good source of protein and fiber, and it's also a good source of probiotics, which are beneficial bacteria that can help to improve your gut health. Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable that is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, and fiber. It's also a good source of antioxidants, which can help to protect your cells from damage. This stir-fry is a great way to get a healthy and delicious meal on the table in no time.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
1 block tempeh, sliced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon mirin
1 tablespoon sake
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
1 head broccoli, cut into florets
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, cornstarch, and water.
Add the tempeh to the bowl and toss to coat.
Let the tempeh marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the tempeh and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
Add the broccoli and cook until tender-crisp, about 3 minutes.
Add the teriyaki sauce and cook until the sauce has thickened, about 1 minute.
Serve over rice or noodles.
Why It Works
The tempeh is marinated in a flavorful teriyaki sauce before being cooked, which helps to give it a delicious flavor and a slightly crispy texture.
The broccoli is cooked until tender-crisp, which helps to preserve its nutrients and gives it a slightly crunchy texture.
The teriyaki sauce is made with a combination of soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, and cornstarch, which gives it a sweet and savory flavor with a slightly thickened consistency.