Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.5 cup

lite unsweetened coconut milk

0.5 cup

plain soymilk

0.25 cup

creamy peanut butter

4 tbsp

low-sodium soy sauce

2 tbsp

minced lemongrass

minced

2 tbsp

brown sugar

1 tsp

crushed red pepper

crushed

2 tbsp

canola oil

1 lb

tempeh

diced

1 unit

red bell pepper

seeded and cut into thin slivers

8 oz

snow peas

trimmed

1 bunch

scallions

chopped

1 unit

lime

juiced

3 tbsp

cilantro

minced

0.25 cup

unsalted dry-roasted peanuts

chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Combine coconut milk, soymilk, peanut butter, soy sauce, lemongrass, brown sugar, and crushed red pepper (if using) in a food processor or blender.

Step 2
~3 min

Puree until smooth.

Step 3
~3 min

Heat canola oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4
~3 min

Add diced tempeh, red bell pepper slivers, snow peas, and chopped scallions to the wok/skillet.

Step 5
~3 min

Stir-fry for 5 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp-tender.

Step 6
~3 min

Reduce heat to medium.

Step 7
~3 min

Add the pureed mixture to the wok/skillet.

Step 8
~3 min

Cook for 5 minutes more, or until the sauce thickens.

Step 9
~3 min

Stir in lime juice.

Step 10
~3 min

Garnish with minced cilantro and chopped peanuts before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red pepper to control the spiciness.

For a richer flavor, use full-fat coconut milk.

Serve with brown rice or quinoa for a complete meal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with rice or noodles.

Garnish with extra cilantro and peanuts.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed rice
Noodles
Spring rolls

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia

Cultural Significance

Commonly found in Southeast Asian cuisine, especially in vegetarian dishes.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Meatless Monday

Popularity Score

65/100

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