Lunch held me over well today – I think it was too much produce in one sitting! 😳 I didn’t really want a snack until around 5:15 when I was packing my lunch for tomorrow I got slammed with hunger and needed carbs.
Enter the hunka hunka burnin’ loaf:
Had a couple of bites off of him. Hit the spot!
I decided to take tonight to relax, since yesterday did not leave much room for any. And it was a rainy day, so a great day for a rest. Came home and got to work on some of my projects. Not exactly relaxation, but helped clear my brain from some of the things building up while I’ve been busy at my internship.
I also decided to MAKE DINNER tonight!! I’ve put together some simple suppers, but I haven’t made a real dinner in ages – thanks to Matt! I really enjoyed cooking. I miss it!
Coconut Mango Tempeh Stir-Fry
I enjoyed a coconut water and seltzer mocktail while I cooked 🙂
Folks, this is tempeh. It’s like mushed together rice and grains (I buy Lightlife’s Three Grain Tempeh) It tastes like of earthy like mushrooms, a bit like chicken, but mostly like rice.
I used 2/3 of the block in dinner tonight –
And used some of this coconut oil as my saute oil. I MISS COCONUT BUTTER!! Haven’t had time to re-stock or attempt to make any. Sadness. (We decided not to use the other butter – it was a bit old)
Tempeh was sauteed with a veggie mix of bok choy (LOVE!), broccoli, carrot and red pepper – with mango and coconut and tamari and salt and pepper. A side of brown rice.
And a drizzle of honey! Matt’s idea. Quote: "Meals are more fun with bears."
I wrapped up in Oncology today (really enjoyed it) and move on to Cardiology tomorrow.
Going to READ = RELAX!
lynn (The Actors Diet) says
so wise, matt – everything tastes better with honey! i just scored some from my friend who cultivates it in downtown los angeles – she is an actor AND a beekeeper!
Whitney @ Whitinspired says
That actually sounds really, really good! I have never made anything with Tempeh…I’m a little intimidated by it!
Allie (Live Laugh Eat) says
I had some tempeh tonight too…but just grilled plain. I thought I hated the funky flavor but now I am finding that I LOOOVE it. The tropical stir fry looks great.
I thought we were gonna see some little bears in this post 🙁 Where did they go?? They still owe you some Mother’s Day fun!
Marisa (Loser for Life) says
I’ve been leery about tempeh, but your delicious dish makes me want to try it! Beautiful!
Enjoy your night!
[email protected]://stacey-healthylife.blogspot.com/ says
Oh perfect dinner, I think anything is better with honey.
Jessica @ How Sweet It Is says
Your dinner looks delish! I have never had tempeh but would like to try it.
Beth @ Beth's Journey to Thin says
Wow that dinner looks delicious! So many colors and flavors in one bowl. And I do agree with Matt – – especially when the bear is full of honey. 🙂
Eileen says
That is a beautiful, delicious-looking dinner! Makes me want to try tempeh again … it’s been a while. Mango makes everything taste good!
Mara @ What's for Dinner? says
Tempeh totally freaks me out… I’ll eat it if someone else cooks it, but I haven’t yet bought it! Looks delicious 🙂
Camille says
What a creative, delicious dinner!
Food Makes Fun Fuel says
Have you tried making your own coconut butter like HEAB? Just coconut in a blender and 9 minutes later, voila!
Shannon (The Daily Balance) says
looks like such a refreshing (and sweet!) dinner – love the colors!
Melissa Cari @ Miles for Markets says
Your dinner is so colorful! I think this might be the next dish I make of yours. Your recipes always turn out delicious!
Jil @ Peace, Love & Munchies says
That meal looks fantastic! Love the flavor combination.
Danielle (Runs on Green) says
I’ve actually never tried the 3 grain tempeh! I thought they would all taste pretty much the same but you’ve convinced me to give it a shot 🙂
Lana says
When you add tempeh, do you do it mostly for the taste, the texture, or the foreseen nutritional benefits?
I admire your dedication to cooking. It is a habit I sometimes slip out of and then “throw-together” meals are what ensue. Not as fun.
Kath says
All of the above!
Sara @ myfancytuna.blogspot.com says
I LOOOVE bok choy, especially the stalks! Perfect crunch right there! What brand of brown rice do you eat? It looks so much more appealing that ours, haha.
Kath says
Lundburg Short Grain! The best. Sticky!
Holly says
What is tempeh texture like? I find that texture tends to be my biggest issue when trying new foods, not usually the taste!
Kath says
I said in the post – like mushed together rice
Mary @ It's Bliss says
I’m sure your other bears would have loved to sit in on this dinner as well! Looks delicious
Erin says
Wow, what a fantastic mix of flavors and colors! I really love coconut and this sounds absolutely delish.
Lauren says
I’ve never tried Tempeh before, but I’ve been wanting to ever since I started reading healthy/food blogs. Sooner or later I’m going to pop in Whole Foods and buy some. It looks so intriguing!
Rachel says
I may need to try this one night, and I don’t even usually make recipes from blogs. Do you cook the mango right in with the rest of it or add it raw?
Kath says
I added it in the final cooking stages
Jenn (Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog) says
LOL, I love honey bears! 🙂
Jenn
Estela @ Weekly Bite says
What a great looking dinner! I still have yet to try tempeh! Hopefully soon 🙂
Good night 🙂
Krystina says
I love meals that are like the tropics in a bowl. Yum!
Kellie says
I still have a block of Tempeh in my fridge. I really need to try it. Maybe in a sandwich tomorrow?
Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope says
Kath, that rainbow stir fry looks beyond fabulous! I love all those colors! And I’m such a fan of tempeh. I usually use it as “meat” in pitas with greens and veggies, but I’ve actually never tried it in a stir fry before… great idea!
Wei-Wei says
Yummy! Sounds so tropical, with coconut and mango. 🙂
Have a great night! 😀
Wei-Wei
Jessica @ The Process of Healing says
Oh wow, those flavors sound AMAZING together!!!! Yum!!!!!!!
Veggielady4life says
Tempeh looks good. I’ve never bought it… any major chain grocery sell it? Also… what’s your fav brown rice brand?
Kath says
It’s next to the tofu.
Lundburg Short Grain!
Jenny says
Yum! Your meal looks awesome!
Rachael says
I love your description of tempeh – I’m always trying to describe it to folks, and I usually make it sound terrible.
Hunks of bread taste better than the sliced version. ‘Tis a proven fact 🙂
Hillary [Nutrition Nut on the Run] says
I wish I had a constant free supply of that GH flax bread – MMM!
Hayley says
Haha, love Matt’s quote. I love all the components that went into this meal separately.. so I bet I would really love it all together + bears.
Mandiee says
I had some tempeh tonight, too! I really like Lightlife’s flax tempeh. I know you probably know this, but I thought it’s worth mentioning. Tempeh is not only a mixture of grains, but it is also a fermented soy product. However, those that have tummy troubles with tofu don’t always experience the same with tempeh. Because it is such a great source of vegan protein (and fiber!), I thought it was worth repeating. I know that many people don’t know what it is so I’m happy that you took the time to explain it. What a yummy superfood! I love your blog and am inspired by your meals every day! Could you possibly recommend a good vegan alternative for greek yogurt when you pack salads? I’m guessing that you use it for the protein, so maybe beans? Thanks!
Have a lovely day!
xox
Kath says
Fermented soy indeed.
Alternative to yogurt – tofu, coconut based yogurt?
Amber K says
Tastes like mushroom and chicken? Probably why I have never tried tempeh, it sounds absolutely disgusting. =P
heather says
that looks so good just catching up to my blogs on blog lovin i missed reading yours alot
Annie (Delicious Wellness) says
Wow, that stir fry looks amazing! I will definitely be trying that combo soon – thanks for the idea!
Michelle says
I made a vegetarian chili the other day using half of my block of tempeh. Just about made my Sunday school class gag when I told them what it was. If I was to describe it, I would have said it tasted like salty toast, but I tried it after sauteing it with worcestershire, chili powder, and oregano. I like your description much better!
I’ll need to think of what to do with the rest of my block before the week’s over! Maybe I can finally pull out that can of coconut milk!
Michelle @ Give Me the Almond Butter says
I LOVE tempeh! I really missed cooking this weekend even though it was all of my mom’s excellent food. I still love prepping my own stuff 🙂
Hannah says
Yum! I’ve missed your recipes – and what a stellar return to form 😀
L @ WholewheatOrbust says
Hmm familiar
L @ WholewheatOrbust says
I recommend adding cinnamon next time, it goes crazy good with the mango!
Kath says
Good idea!
Sara says
Hi Kat! I am new to the blogging world and just recently found your blog. Your dinner looks soo delicious! I’ve never had tempeh before but now I think I’ll have to try it!
Kath says
Welcome!
Jackie (Peaces of Earth) says
I had coconut curry veggies with tempeh and brown rice for lunch! I really love tempeh, so hearty and good.
Freya @ Brit Chick Runs says
oooh that does look delicious!! But I love anything with tempeh – it has SUCH a good flavour! I’ve only ever seen regular tempeh here though – is the 3 grain stuff better?
Anne @ Food Loving Polar Bear says
I need to learn to use coconut in my dishes too, yours sounds awesome!
claire says
I really love tempeh… have newly discovered it and its so yummy…. great meal!!!!
greets from sunny Vienna
claire
Sarah says
Your dinner looks delicious!
I need to restock my stash of coconut butter, too. I’m just having a hard time bringing myself to spend $15 for it…
Rachelle says
That makes my mouth WATER!!!!!
mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
Melissa says
Kath,
Could you please give a recipe? If not, what did you use for the sauce (I don’t have coconut oil)?
It sounds so good and I have a block of tempeh in my fridge to use soon!
Thanks,
Mel
Kath says
I didn’t really follow a recipe – just tossed it all together as I mentioned in the post. I used the coconut oil for a sauce.
Mary @ What's Cookin' with Mary says
dinner looks wonderful!
Susan says
Is that a Russian River Brewing Co glass your mocktail is in? That’s in my neck of the woods. Dinner looked delish!
Kath says
Yep! Matt brought it home from GH convention.
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Sarah Snacks says
that looks soooooo good!!!
Allie says
Not gonna lie – I’m so glad someone finally explained what tempeh is – I’ve heard so much about but never really understood what it was! Thanks!
Alycia @ Fit n Fresh says
I’ve never tried tempeh, I’ve always wondered what it was though so thanks so much for clearing that up for me! I think I actually might try some thanks to this post. I’m not sure how much I’d like mango in my stir fry, but hey I’ll try anything once! (:
Liz says
Hey Kath!
That stir fry looks better than LIFE! OMG!! 🙂 🙂 *tongue hanging out*
How goes the internship? I’m thinking of going back to school to become an RD – I’m looking for any helpful advice and wanted to see how hard it was for you to get matched for your internship … how school panned out, etc. If you feel the urge, leave a comment on my blog with any helpful info or shoot me an email. I know you’re a busy gal, so if not, I totally understand!
Kath says
I was preselected for my internship and did it through the school where I got my DPD so it was a bit easier for me. I was able to bypass the official match. But overall, the whole thing has flown by and I’m so very glad I did it.