Tempeh Fries

Perfectly golden tempeh fries make a high-protein alternative to regular French fries. Perfect for vegetarians, vegans, and growing kids!

Tempeh is breaded and lightly fried for a crunch high-protein alternative to French-fries for healthy vegetarians and vegans - and particularly for kids! This recipe suggests dipping your fried tempeh sticks in a vegan curry-mayonnaise sauce, but you could also try these with ketchup, soy sauce or even barbecue sauce.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Lightlife foods.

Ingredients:

• 2 packages (8 oz each) tempeh
• water or vegetable broth for simmering
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons curry powder

Preparation:

Slice tempeh lengthwise to make 1/4-inch thick sticks.

In a large skillet, bring about an inch of water or vegetable broth to a boil. Working in batches if needed simmer tempeh, covered, for 10 minutes, then drain well.

Combine cornmeal and salt. While tempeh is still moist, roll it in cornmeal mixture.

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Working in batches as needed, saute tempeh for 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Whisk together the mayonnaise and curry powder in a small bowl, and dip your tempeh fries in this curried mayonnaise dip. Enjoy!

Not a fan of curried mayonnaise? Try dipping your tempeh fries in ketchup, a bit of hot sauce, barbecue sauce maybe even homemade hummus.

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