Tempeh simmers with coconut milk and lemongrass in this Jakarta skillet that is rich but bright.
12 min prep 22 min cook
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Slice the tempeh thickly and fry in the pan for 6 minutes.
Add the ginger and crushed lemongrass to the oil.
Pour the coconut milk and soy sauce into the pan.
Return the tempeh to the sauce and cook over low heat for 12 minutes.
When the sauce thickens, remove the lemongrass and serve.
💡 Tip: Frying the tempeh first prevents it from falling apart in the sauce.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with steamed rice.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~330
kcal calories
20
g protein
20
g carbs
20
g fat
1g
Sugar
0.7g
Fiber
210.4mg
Sodium
6.8g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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