Go Back
–+ servings
Sticky tempeh in white bowl with green beans, carrots and broccoli beside two chopsticks, and a lime on top of a wooden board.

Sticky Tempeh Bowl with Barley

Packed with plant based protein, fiber and flavor this dish is an easy addition to your weeknight dinner rotation and can fit into a heart-healthy lifestyle.
No ratings yet
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 3
Calories 357 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Saucepan
  • 1 Skillet

Ingredients
  

For the tempeh

  • 8 oz tempeh cut into bite sized cubes
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger grated

For the bowl

  • 1/3rd cup barley
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup broccoli steamed
  • 1/2 cup snap peas steamed
  • 1 carrot julienned

Optional toppings

  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp green onions chopped

Instructions
 

  • Combine 1/3rd cup of barley with 1 cup of water in a small pot. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 25-30 minutes or until tender. Drain any excess water and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic and ginger. For a thicker sauce, whisk in the corn starch until smooth.
  • Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the tempeh cubes and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour the sauce over the tempeh, stiring to coat. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes sticky. Remove the tempeh from the pan and set aside.
  • Add the broccoli and snap peas to the skillet. Cover and seam for 2-3 minutes until tender crisp.
  • Plate the barley, and layer the sticky tempeh, broccoli, snap peas and carrot on top. Sprinkle sesame seeds, lime juice and chipped green onions for extra flavor. Serve warm and enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 357kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 618mgPotassium: 705mgFiber: 6gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 3804IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 164mgIron: 4mg
Keyword sticky tempeh, temepeh
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!