Vegan Steaming Tempeh with Potatoes and Smoked Paprika
🌱 100% Plant-Based
Cook Time: 10-15 min
Total Time: ~25 min
Temperature: 212°F
Protein: 31g per cup
Serves: 2
Diet: Vegan, Plant-Based
Ingredients
- 4 oz (113g), half a package tempeh
- 2 cups potatoes, prepped
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari for umami
- Optional: squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice
Instructions
- Prep the protein: Steam 10 min first to reduce bitterness, then slice or crumble.
- Season: Toss tempeh with 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Prep vegetables: Wash and cut potatoes into even pieces for uniform cooking.
- Heat: Set to 212°F. Add 1 tablespoon oil.
- Cook protein: Add tempeh and cook for 10-15 minutes. Steam before other cooking to mellow flavor
- Add vegetables: Add potatoes and cook until tender-crisp, about 5-8 minutes.
- Season: Adds meaty, smoky depth to plant proteins. Taste and adjust salt and smoked paprika.
- Finish: Add optional soy sauce or lemon juice for brightness. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Highlights
- Protein: 31g per cup from tempeh
- Fiber: High — from both tempeh and potatoes
- Diet: 100% plant-based, vegan, dairy-free
- Category: Soy-Based
Tips for Best Results
- Steam before other cooking to mellow flavor
- Smoked Paprika tip: Adds meaty, smoky depth to plant proteins.
- Don't overcrowd the cooking surface — work in batches for crispy results.
- For extra protein, serve over quinoa or brown rice.
- Storage: leftovers keep 4 days refrigerated, reheat at 212°F.