Tempeh peanut satay

Tempeh Peanut Satay
This recipe is a real crowd pleaser!
Ingredients
- 3 heaping Tbsp peanut butter
- 2/3 cup coconut milk
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1 to 2 Tbsp sriracha (depending on spice prefrence)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp grated garlic
- 1 Tbsp grated ginger
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 8 oz package Tootie's Tempeh, cut into 1" cubes (makes approx 24)
- Oil, salt and pepper as needed
- 1 handful ciltantro, finely chopped
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced on the bias
- 1/2 cup crushed peanuts
- 1 tsp white and black sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp chili crisp oil
- Rice for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, coconut milk, maple syrup, sriracha, sesame oil, soy sauce, salt, black pepper to taste, garlic, ginger, and lime. Set aside.
- Heat 3 Tbsp oil in a pan and sear the tempeh on all four sides (salt & pepper to taste), about 1-2 minutes per side, or until each side is golden brown.
- Pour half the peanut sauce over the tempeh in the pan. Continue to flip, searing for another 1-2 minutes on each side, or until desired texture and color.
- Serve tempeh over rice and finish with extra peanut sauce, cilantro, scallion, crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, and chili crisp.
- Enjoy!