Serve with Sriracha sauce on the side for people who like a spicier dish. If anyone is allergic to peanuts, substitute roasted cashews.
Vegan
Pad Thai–style Noodles with Tempeh
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 6 tablespoons agave nectar or natural cane sugar
- 6 tablespoons low-sodium tamari
- 1-2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 4 tablespoons virgin coconut oil divided
- 8 ounces tempeh
- 8 ounces Thai rice noodles (preferably brown rice)
- 4 large shallots thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 carrots thinly sliced on a diagonal
- 8 ounces (about 2 handfuls) bean sprouts
- 1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
- 8 scallions thinly sliced on a diagonal
- 1/3 cup roasted peanuts lightly crushed
- Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Combine lime juice, agave or sugar, tamari, and pepper flakes in a small bowl, stirring thoroughly.
- Place 2 tablespoons coconut oil in a skillet over high heat and add tempeh. Fry until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Turn over and sear again. Drain on a towel, then cut into ½-inch cubes.
- In a large bowl, pour hot water over noodles to cover, separating with tongs or a fork. Let soak for 6–8 minutes, until softened. Drain.
- Place remaining 2 tablespoons coconut oil in a wok or large pot over high heat. Add shallots and garlic; stir 30 seconds. Add carrots and stir for about 1 minute more. Add lime juice mixture, stir well, and then add noodles and tempeh cubes. Stir gently, until thoroughly mixed. Remove from heat and add bean sprouts, tossing to combine. Pour into a deep platter and garnish with cilantro, scallions, and peanuts. Serve at once with lime wedges.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Facts
Pad Thai–style Noodles with Tempeh
Amount Per Serving
Calories 795
Calories from Fat 171
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 19g
29%
Saturated Fat 9g
45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Sodium 954mg
40%
Total Carbohydrates 126g
42%
Dietary Fiber 18g
72%
Protein 34g
68%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
PER SERVING: 795 cal, 19g fat (5g mono, 5g poly, 9g sat), 0mg chol, 34g protein, 126g carb, 18g fiber, 954mg sodium