Tempeh Stroganoff

Tempeh Stroganoff is a plant-based take on the classic Russian beef stroganoff, featuring fermented soybean tempeh as the protein. It's typically made with a creamy sauce of mushrooms, onions, and a dairy or vegan sour cream base, served over noodles or rice. This version offers a hearty, umami-rich meal that's both satisfying and protein-packed.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and fiber from the tempeh, with moderate fat from the creamy sauce. A typical serving provides a good balance of complex carbs, iron, and B vitamins, with a calorie range of approximately 450-550 kcal.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	420 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	32 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	6 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	680 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Potassium	550 mg
Magnesium	80 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Zinc	3.2 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)	0.3 mg
Folate	75 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Tempeh is a traditional Indonesian fermented food, making this a unique fusion of Eastern European and Southeast Asian culinary traditions. Nutritionally, the fermentation process increases tempeh's digestibility and creates beneficial probiotics.