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Indonesian Tamarind-Glazed Tempeh with Toasted Sesame

Name: Indonesian Tamarind-Glazed Tempeh with Toasted Sesame
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 400g tempeh, cut into bite-sized pieces; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1/2 cup tamarind paste; 1/4 cup honey; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp ginger, grated; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp water; 1 tsp chili flakes; 2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted; 2 spring onions, sliced

This dish combines the unique sourness of tamarind with a sweet glaze over protein-rich tempeh, topped with toasted sesame seeds for an irresistible crunch.

4.1(398 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·January 23, 2026

Indonesian Tamarind-Glazed Tempeh with Toasted Sesame — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Tempeh

For the Tamarind Glaze

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 327 kcal
Protein: 22.25 g
Carbs: 36.5 g
Fat: 12.25 g
Fiber: 5.25 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1309 kcal
Protein: 89 g
Carbs: 146 g
Fat: 49 g
Fiber: 21 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
400g tempeh cut into bite-sized pieces	760	80	32	40	12
2 tbsp soy sauce	20	2	2	0	0
1 tbsp rice vinegar	0	0	0	0	0
1/2 cup tamarind paste	120	3	31	0	7
1/4 cup honey	260	0	70	0	0
2 cloves garlic minced	10	0	2	0	0
1 tbsp ginger grated	5	0	1	0	0
1 tbsp soy sauce	10	1	1	0	0
1 tbsp water	0	0	0	0	0
1 tsp chili flakes	6	0	1	0	0
2 tbsp sesame seeds toasted	108	3	4	9	2
2 spring onions sliced	10	0	2	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Tempeh

1
Combine soy sauce and rice vinegar
Combine soy sauce and rice vinegar in a bowl.
2
Add tempeh and toss to coat
Add tempeh pieces and toss to coat.
3
Marinate
Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Preparing the Tamarind Glaze

1
Combine base ingredients
In a saucepan, combine tamarind paste, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
2
Add seasonings
Add soy sauce, water, and chili flakes.
3
Simmer until thickened
Simmer over low heat until slightly thickened.
Tip: Do not overheat the glaze, as it can become too sticky. Pro tip: Reheat lightly if it thickens too much before serving.

How to Make Indonesian Tamarind-Glazed Tempeh with Toasted Sesame

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Sauté the tempeh
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add marinated tempeh pieces. Sauté until golden brown on all sides.
2
Glaze the tempeh
Pour the tamarind glaze over the tempeh and gently fold until all pieces are well-coated.
3
Toast the sesame seeds
In a separate dry pan, lightly toast sesame seeds until golden.