Stir-Fried Flavored Tempeh with Pickled Melons

Name: Stir-Fried Flavored Tempeh with Pickled Melons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups Pickled Melons, Asian-Style, drained (p. 44); 1 cup diagonally sliced carrots; 4 scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 cup snow peas, trimmed; 1 lb. flavored tempeh; 2 cups vegetable oil for deep-frying; 3 Tbs. all-purpose flour; 2 Tbs. plus 2 tsp. cornstarch; 1 large egg; 3 Tbs. club soda water; 2 Tbs. black sesame seeds; 1/2 cup juice from pickled melon; 1/4 cup water; 1/4 tsp. sesame oil; 1 tsp. hot chili oil

Servings: persons

2 cups Pickled Melons, Asian-Style, drained (p. 44)
1 cup diagonally sliced carrots
4 scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup snow peas, trimmed
1 lb. flavored tempeh
2 cups vegetable oil for deep-frying
3 Tbs. all-purpose flour
2 Tbs. plus 2 tsp. cornstarch
1 large egg
3 Tbs. club soda water
2 Tbs. black sesame seeds
1/2 cup juice from pickled melon
1/4 cup water
1/4 tsp. sesame oil
1 tsp. hot chili oil

1
Place pickled melons, carrots and scallions in separate piles on plate, and set aside.
2
Halve snow peas on bias, and cut tempeh into 1/4-inch-wide strips.
3
Set aside.
4
Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over medium heat.
5
Mix flour and 2 tablespoons cornstarch in small bowl.
6
Beat egg and club soda in second bowl.
7
Add to flour mixture.
8
Stir with chopsticks to just barely mix, leaving streaks of flour.
9
Stir in sesame seeds.
10
Place pickled melon juice, water, sesame oil, chili oil and remaining 2 teaspoons cornstarch in a third bowl.
11
Mix well, and set aside.
12
Dip tempeh strips in batter when oil reaches 375F on a candy/fat thermometer, or when a dry bamboo chopstick held into oil causes rapid bubbling.
13
Deep-fry strips until golden, for 2 to 3 minutes, remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
14
Discard all but 2 tablespoons oil from wok, and stir-fry carrots over high heat for 1 minute.
15
Add remaining vegetables, and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
16
Stir pickle juice mixture again, and add to vegetables.
17
When sauce becomes clear, in about 30 seconds, add tempeh, and toss.
18
Remove from heat, and serve while still hot.

1934

kcal

Calories

150

Fat

129

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 2 cups Pickled Melons, Asian-Style, drained (p. 44), 1 cup diagonally sliced carrots, 4 scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 cup snow peas, trimmed, and more.

Yes, Stir-Fried Flavored Tempeh with Pickled Melons falls under the Vegetarian 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!