Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Tempeh, cubed | 320 g | Sweet, Astringent, Bitter · Heating |
 Cabbage, sliced | 380 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Sesame seeds | 20 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Sesame oil | 18 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Fresh ginger, julienned | 8 g | Pungent · Heating |
 Rock salt | 4 g | Salty · Cooling |
| Water | 80 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Cut the cubed tempeh and sliced cabbage into small, even pieces and keep them close to the stove.
- Heat the sesame oil in a wide pan and cook the ginger until aromatic.
- Add the ingredients in order from firmest to softest, tossing after each addition.
- Sprinkle in the water and rock salt with the sesame seeds; cover for three minutes.
- Uncover and toss over lively heat until tender-crisp and glossy, then serve immediately.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original East or Southeast Asian stir-fry adaptation)
Tempeh Cabbage Stir-Fry is quickly cooked but served hot, with vegetables kept tender rather than raw. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and add a little ghee if the dish feels dry. Pitta: moderate chilies and sharp sourness, favoring coriander or fennel. Kapha: keep the portion light, reduce added fat, and favor ginger or black pepper.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Tempeh Cabbage Stir-Fry
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (207g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 119 kcal | 247 kcal |
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18.4 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 6.3 g | 13.1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 3.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | 3.1 g |
| Total Fat | 7.6 g | 15.7 g |
| Calcium | 85.2 mg | 176.7 mg |
| Iron | 1.61 mg | 3.35 mg |
| Magnesium | 45.7 mg | 94.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 129.9 mg | 269.6 mg |
| Potassium | 252 mg | 523 mg |
| Sodium | 199 mg | 413 mg |
| Zinc | 0.71 mg | 1.48 mg |
| Copper | 0.33 mg | 0.68 mg |
| Manganese | 0.64 mg | 1.32 mg |
| Selenium | 1.0 µg | 2.0 µg |
| Vitamin C | 16.8 mg | 34.9 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 2.3 µg | 4.7 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.13 mg | 0.26 mg |
| Vitamin K | 35.1 µg | 72.8 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.08 mg | 0.16 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.16 mg | 0.34 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 1.24 mg | 2.58 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.16 mg | 0.33 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 31.4 µg | 65.1 µg |
| Choline | 5.8 mg | 12.0 mg |
