Cold Noodles With Tempeh Recipe

Name: Cold Noodles With Tempeh
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Tempeh Croutons; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon soy sauce or 1 tablespoon tamari; 1 (8 ounce) package tempeh; chili powder; 8 8 ounces udon noodles or 8 ounces linguine; 1/2 cup natural-style peanut butter; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 2 tablespoons light brown sugar or 2 tablespoons sucanat; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, to taste; 1/4 cup hot water; 8 ounces mung bean sprouts; 3 scallions, white and light green parts thinly sliced; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or 1/4 cup parsley; 2 -3 tablespoons finely chopped peanuts (optional)

Servings: persons

Tempeh Croutons
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce or 1 tablespoon tamari
1 (8 ounce) package tempeh
chili powder
8 8 ounces udon noodles or 8 ounces linguine
1/2 cup natural-style peanut butter
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons light brown sugar or 2 tablespoons sucanat
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, to taste
1/4 cup hot water
8 ounces mung bean sprouts
3 scallions, white and light green parts thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or 1/4 cup parsley
2 -3 tablespoons finely chopped peanuts (optional)

1
Make croutons: In a large skillet, heat oil and 1 tbs soy sauce over medium heat.
2
Break tempeh into small cubes and add to skillet.
3
Cook, stirring often, until nicely browned and crisp.
4
Sprinkly lightly with chili powder to taste and remove pan from heat.
5
Drain on paper if you prefer.
6
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
7
Add noodles, stirring to prevent sticking.
8
Cook according to package directions, until al dente.
9
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, lime juice, sugar, pepper flakes,, 2 tbs soy sauce, and water.
10
Set aside.
11
Drain noodles, rinse under cold water and drain again.
12
In a large bowl, combine noodles, bean sprouts, tempeh, scallions, cilantro, and peanuts.
13
Whisk dressing and pour over salad; toss to coat.
14
Serve at room temp.
15
Makes lovely leftovers.
16
***note:this peanut sauce recipe is excellent.
17
If you don't have the tempeh, just eat it with noodles, or vice versa.
18
If you can't get mung bean sprouts just skip them.
19
You could add cucumber or sliced carrots.
20
I eat the peanut sauce over a broccoli stir fry, it is so easy to whip up.

1271

kcal

Calories

Fat

171

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Tempeh Croutons, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce or 1 tablespoon tamari, 1 (8 ounce) package tempeh, and more.

Yes, Cold Noodles With Tempeh falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cold Noodles With Tempeh

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