Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Tempeh, cubed | 320 g | Sweet, Astringent, Bitter · Heating |
 Zucchini, cut into half-moons | 380 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Spring onion, sliced | 60 g | Pungent, Sweet · 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 zucchini cut into half-moons 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 sliced spring onion; 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 Zucchini 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 Zucchini Stir-Fry
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (217g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 99 kcal | 216 kcal |
| Protein | 8.1 g | 17.7 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 4.8 g | 10.5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 1.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | 2.8 g |
| Total Fat | 6.2 g | 13.5 g |
| Calcium | 53.3 mg | 116.0 mg |
| Iron | 1.26 mg | 2.75 mg |
| Magnesium | 39.5 mg | 86.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 117.3 mg | 255.1 mg |
| Potassium | 288 mg | 627 mg |
| Sodium | 187 mg | 406 mg |
| Zinc | 0.59 mg | 1.28 mg |
| Copper | 0.24 mg | 0.52 mg |
| Manganese | 0.57 mg | 1.24 mg |
| Selenium | 0.1 µg | 0.3 µg |
| Vitamin C | 9.2 mg | 19.9 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 7.8 µg | 17.0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.12 mg | 0.26 mg |
| Vitamin K | 16.4 µg | 35.7 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.05 mg | 0.11 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.18 mg | 0.39 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 1.21 mg | 2.63 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.16 mg | 0.34 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 23.8 µg | 51.8 µg |
| Choline | 4.8 mg | 10.5 mg |
