Orek Tempe (sticky chilli tempeh)
Crisp tempeh strips tossed in a sticky, sweet and spicy glaze with green beans, a classic Javanese side that works as a main.
- Time30 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.04 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large frying pan over a medium high heat. Fry the tempeh in a single layer for 8 minutes, turning, until golden and crisp. Lift out onto kitchen paper.
8 min - 2
Add the last tablespoon of oil to the pan. Fry the shallots, garlic and chillies for 2 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- 3
Add the green beans and lime leaves and stir fry for 2 minutes.
- 4
Stir in the tamari, sugar and water. Let it bubble for 2 minutes until it turns syrupy.
2 min - 5
Return the tempeh to the pan and toss for 1 minute until every piece is coated in the sticky glaze.
- 6
Take off the heat, squeeze in the lime juice and serve hot with steamed rice.
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