EASY VEGGIE STIR FRY

INGREDIENT

Tempeh

  • 1 package (8 oz) tempeh, cubed
  • 2 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce (tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Stir-fry

  • 2 tsp water or low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 cup chopped broccoli
  • ½ cup white onion, sliced
  • ½ cup sliced white or crimini mushrooms
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For serving

  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce, for serving (or another store-bought sauce of choice)
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. In a small bowl, combine the tempeh, soy sauce, and garlic powder. Mix and set aside.
  2. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the water or broth, carrot, broccoli, onion, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until the onions are softened.
  3. Add the bell pepper and mushrooms and cook for 4-5 minutes until everything is cooked al dente.
  4. While the veggies are cooking, place the cubed tempeh on a baking tray and broil in the oven for 5-10 minutes until browned and crispy, stirring once halfway through.
  5. Serve the stir-fried veggies in a bowl with cooked brown rice or quinoa, ½ of the tempeh, and 1 tbsp of hoisin sauce.