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Tempeh Satay

This tempeh satay is so flavorful and hearty! Marinated in a deliciously sweet and tangy sauce and grilled for added smokiness, tempeh satay is OH SO satisfying.
Prep Time2 hours 10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time2 hours 30 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Indonesian, Thai
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 200 grams tempeh

marinade

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • t tbsp maple syrup

Instructions

  • Boil (or steam) the tempeh for 10 minutes. Cut into cubes and place in a flat container.
  • Mix all the ingredients for the marinade in a bowl. Pour the marinade over tempeh, and marinate for at least 2 hours hours (or overnight). Flip tempeh several times to distribute marinade evenly.
    an image of tempeh marinating in sauce
  • Thread tempeh on skewers. Pan fry with some sesame oil, about 5 minutes on each side. Serve while hot. My favorite way to serve tempeh satay is with peanut sauce.