Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Tempeh, cubed | 480 g | Sweet, Astringent, Bitter · Heating |
 Sesame seeds | 30 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Sesame oil | 18 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Dry ginger | 3 g | Pungent · Heating |
 Rock salt | 4 g | Salty · Cooling |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Prepare the cubed tempeh and sesame seeds and dry the surfaces well.
- Toss with the Sesame oil, Dry ginger, and rock salt.
- Spread in one layer on a wide tray.
- Roast until hot and lightly crisp, turning midway so the edges color evenly.
- Serve warm in a modest portion.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international roasted-snack adaptation)
Ginger Roasted Tempeh Bites is roasted rather than deep-fried and is best served warm. 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 Ginger Roasted Tempeh Bites
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (89g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 236 kcal | 210 kcal |
| Protein | 19.2 g | 17.2 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 8.6 g | 7.6 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 0.7 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.04 g | 0.03 g |
| Total Fat | 15.9 g | 14.1 g |
| Calcium | 155.1 mg | 138.3 mg |
| Iron | 3.35 mg | 2.99 mg |
| Magnesium | 93.6 mg | 83.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 274.9 mg | 245.1 mg |
| Potassium | 403 mg | 360 mg |
| Sodium | 299 mg | 266 mg |
| Zinc | 1.48 mg | 1.32 mg |
| Copper | 0.73 mg | 0.65 mg |
| Manganese | 1.49 mg | 1.33 mg |
| Selenium | 2.2 µg | 2.0 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.00 mg | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.01 µg | 0.01 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.08 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0.5 µg | 0.4 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.11 mg | 0.10 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.34 mg | 0.30 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 2.68 mg | 2.39 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.24 mg | 0.21 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 27.0 µg | 24.1 µg |
| Choline | 1.7 mg | 1.5 mg |
