Ginger Sesame Tempeh Stir-Fry

This simple vegan tempeh stir fry recipe is packed full of punchy flavors such as ginger, sesame and soy sauce. It’s sticky, savory and oh-so-delicious! 

Prep Time: 10 mins   Cook Time: 10 mins   Total Time: 20 mins   Serves: 3 

Perfect For: Lunch

Here’s what you’ll need: 

• 250g PlantVita Organic Tempeh / Himalayan Tempeh
• 3 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1 inch piece fresh ginger
• 3 cloves garlic
• 3 tbsp. sesame seeds
• 3 tbsp. sesame oil
• 1.5 tbsp. dark soy sauce
• 200g green beans, cut in half
• 2 medium-sized carrots, cut into sticks
• 3 tbsp. tahini

To serve:

• jasmine rice/brown rice

Let’s get cooking: 

1. Heat a wok or frying pan and then add the oil

2. Dice the Tempeh and add to the pan, frying until golden and caramelized

3. Finely chop the ginger and garlic and add to the pan, frying until softened, then add the sesame seeds and fry until golden

4. Add the sesame oil, dark soy sauce and a splash of water and stir fry together on a medium heat

5. Cut the green beans in half and chop the carrots into sticks then add to the pan and cook for a couple of minutes until the veggies are cooked but still crunchy

6. Mix the tahini with a splash of water to make a smooth sauce then add to the stir fry

7. Serve with jasmine rice/brown rice