How to make:
Cajun Rice and Fried Tempeh Skillet
Wondering what to do with leftover rice? This fried tempeh cajun rice skillet comes together in just 30 minutes for a simple weeknight dinner
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Author:
Yield:
4 1x
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil, divided (olive, canola, or avocado)
- 1 8-ounce package tempeh, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning*, divided
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 3 cups cooked brown rice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- Hot sauce, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon cooking oil. When hot, add tempeh and 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning; stir to coat tempeh. Cook for 3 minutes on each side until crispy. Remove from skillet.
- To the same skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon cooking oil. When hot, add onion. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until until is lightly browned. Add garlic; cook for 1 minute, until fragrant. Add sliced bell peppers, stir, and cook for 5 minutes, until tender.
- To the skillet, add tempeh, rice, and 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning. Stir. Cook for 5 minutes, until rice is heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley and hot sauce.
Notes
*If you want to make your own Cajun seasoning blend, use this recipe!
Find it online: https://www.emilieeats.com/cajun-tempeh-and-rice-skillet/