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    Home » Asian Vegan Recipes

    Tempeh Cauliflower Butternut in Teriyaki Sauce – Date Sweetened

    Published: Jan 27, 2016 · Modified: Jul 25, 2018 by Richa 38 Comments

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    Tempeh Cauliflower Butternut in Teriyaki Sauce. This teriyaki sauce is date sweetened and works amazingly with butternut squash and vegetables. Vegan Gluten-free Recipe

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    Tempeh Cauliflower Butternut in Teriyaki Sauce. This teriyaki sauce is date sweetened and works amazingly with butternut squash and vegetables. Vegan Gluten-free Recipe VeganRicha.com

    Today’s meal is filled with protein, veggies and squash. Tempeh Cauliflower Butternut in Teriyaki Sauce. This teriyaki sauce is date sweetened instead of the cups of sugar and works amazingly with butternut squash and vegetables. Use other squash, sweet potato, or mango. Use tofu or chickpeas or just other veggies instead of Tempeh. Depending on the dates, you might or might not need additional sweet.

    Steam the Tempeh. Roast or steam the veggies and squash till just about done. Heat up in the sauce till it thickens and Serve hot with grains of choice. For a no-dates, sugar based Teriyaki sauce see this Teriyaki Tempeh and Shiitake mushrooms . 


    Tempeh Cauliflower Butternut in Teriyaki Sauce. This teriyaki sauce is date sweetened and works amazingly with butternut squash and vegetables. Vegan Gluten-free Recipe VeganRicha.com

    Tempeh Cauliflower Butternut in Teriyaki Sauce. This teriyaki sauce is date sweetened and works amazingly with butternut squash and vegetables. Vegan Gluten-free Recipe VeganRicha.com

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    Tempeh Cauliflower Butternut in Teriyaki Sauce. This teriyaki sauce is date sweetened and works amazingly with butternut squash and vegetables. Vegan Gluten-free Recipe VeganRicha.com

    Serve over cooked rice/brown rice/grains of choice. 

    Tempeh Cauliflower Butternut in Teriyaki Sauce. This teriyaki sauce is date sweetened and works amazingly with butternut squash and vegetables. Vegan Gluten-free Recipe VeganRicha.com   

    Tempeh Cauliflower Butternut in Teriyaki Sauce. This teriyaki sauce is date sweetened and works amazingly with butternut squash and vegetables. Vegan Gluten-free Recipe VeganRicha.com #glutenfree #veganricha #vegan
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    Tempeh Cauliflower Butternut in Teriyaki Sauce - Date Sweetened

    Tempeh Cauliflower Butternut in Teriyaki Sauce. This teriyaki sauce is date sweetened and works amazingly with butternut squash and vegetables. Vegan Gluten-free Recipe
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time30 mins
    Total Time45 mins
    Course: Main
    Cuisine: Asian
    Servings: 3 servings
    Calories: 275kcal
    Author: Vegan Richa

    Ingredients

    Teriyaki Sauce

    • 9 large medjool dates soaked in hot water for 15 minutes
    • 1/4 cup (63.75 ml) low sodium soy sauce
    • 3/4 cup (176.25 ml) water or veggie broth
    • 2 tsp or more rice vinegar
    • 1 tsp molasses
    • 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) garlic powder
    • 1/4 tsp (0.25 tsp) onion powder
    • 1/4 tsp (0.25 tsp) or more cayenne
    • 1 tsp or more grated ginger
    • 1 tsp sesame oil
    • 1 tbsp or more maple or coconut sugar if needed

    For the Veggies:

    • 8 oz (226.8 g) tempeh cubed and steamed, or use Tofu
    • 1/2 (0.5 ) head of a small cauliflower chopped into small florets or use broccoli
    • 1 loaded cup chopped butternut squash or other squash
    • toasted sesame seeds for garnish

    Instructions

    • Soak the dates if you haven't. Steam the tempeh for 10 minutes or boil for 10 minutes. Drain and keep aside.
    • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F / 220ºc. Chop up the squash and cauliflower. Spray oil on the veggies, place on parchment and bake at 425 degrees F / 220ºc for 15 to 20 minutes or al dente. Or you can steam the veggies, or boil with the tempeh until just about done.
    • Drain the dates and blend with the other sauce ingredients until smooth. Pour the sauce into a skillet over medium heat. Add tempeh, roasted cauliflower and butternut squash. Cover and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the sauce comes to a good boil. Carefully Taste and adjust sweet and salt in the sauce. If the sauce is not sweet enough, add maple or coconut sugar or other sweetener. Continue to simmer over low heat for a few minutes or until the vegetables are done to preference and the sauce has thickened. Take off heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
    • Serve over rice/ grains of choice with a garnish of toasted sesame seeds and green onions.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Tempeh Cauliflower Butternut in Teriyaki Sauce - Date Sweetened
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 275 Calories from Fat 99
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 11g17%
    Saturated Fat 2g13%
    Sodium 727mg32%
    Potassium 714mg20%
    Carbohydrates 32g11%
    Fiber 2g8%
    Sugar 15g17%
    Protein 16g32%
    Vitamin A 5040IU101%
    Vitamin C 18.4mg22%
    Calcium 160mg16%
    Iron 3.6mg20%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Tempeh Cauliflower Butternut in Teriyaki Sauce. This teriyaki sauce is date sweetened and works amazingly with butternut squash and vegetables. #Vegan #Glutenfree #Recipe VeganRicha.com

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    1. Marine

      August 28, 2021 at 11:09 am

      5 stars
      This has to be the best meal I have ever tasted. Thanks Richa, I enjoyed every bite!
      I only used nar eksisi (pomegranate syrup) instead of anything sweet in the sauce, and it did the job perfectly!

      Reply
      • Richa

        August 28, 2021 at 11:55 pm

        Awesome

        Reply
    2. LesChef

      June 27, 2021 at 11:01 am

      5 stars
      I just made the Tempeh Cauliflower Butternut in Teriyaki Sauce – Date Sweetened recipe today.

      I used ground Ginger instead of grated, and Maple syrup instead of sugar, plus omitted the green onions for garnish.

      I used Quinoa to accompany.

      It was DELICIOUS❗️😋

      Btw…this is the first time I’ve ever used
      (or heard of) Tempeh…and I love it❗️

      Reply
    3. christy

      May 27, 2021 at 5:18 pm

      How important is the molasses? Just because I don’t have any and I never use it.

      Reply
      • Vegan Richa Support

        June 01, 2021 at 1:32 pm

        that’s ok to omit it you could add more maple or coconut sugar if you like or cook a little longer

        Reply
    4. Delnora

      April 08, 2020 at 3:16 pm

      5 stars
      Soo delicious. Another hit! I’m doubled the recipe and served over brown rice. Thanks, Richa!

      Reply
    5. Amanda Scoville

      January 10, 2019 at 7:09 am

      5 stars
      Quick and Easy and Delicious!

      Reply
    6. shannon

      November 14, 2018 at 8:04 am

      any suggested subsititute for dates? can i use stevia?

      Reply
      • Richa

        November 14, 2018 at 9:54 am

        a mix of maple syrup/sugar and stevia will work

        Reply
    7. Erin

      September 08, 2017 at 6:37 am

      Do you think I could bake the tempeh and then add it to the stir fry?

      Reply
    8. Heather

      August 25, 2016 at 9:19 pm

      This was delicious! Made it tonight for dinner 🙂 thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
    9. Eloise

      May 18, 2016 at 8:50 pm

      I don’t do oils, is there something I can use in place of the sesame oil?

      Reply
      • Richa

        May 18, 2016 at 11:10 pm

        omit it.

        Reply
    10. Marta

      April 19, 2016 at 8:04 am

      Hello Richa, I would like to try this for supper but I do not have any molasses in my kitchen except for pomegranate molasses…. do you think I can use it?
      Thanks in advance!

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 19, 2016 at 10:24 am

        Yes that should be fine since it is a small quantity.

        Reply
        • Marta

          April 21, 2016 at 1:39 pm

          Thank you so much, that was yummy!!! Now that I know how to make a teriyaki sauce I will also try it on other veggies / tofu.

          Reply
    11. leng

      February 09, 2016 at 9:09 am

      5 stars
      hello! i just made this and it was so delish!! thanks so much! i love your site! perhaps recipes that uses buckwheat and teff?

      Reply
      • Richa

        February 09, 2016 at 11:03 am

        Awesome! You can use buckwheat or teff in the gluten-free breads or muffin recipes on the blog.

        Reply
    12. Wendy

      February 02, 2016 at 12:18 pm

      This recipe caught my eye because of the ingredients – I currently find tempeh particularly tempting – and the beautiful photograph. I took several days to assemble the necessary ingredients, but today they were all here. It is a total Richa fan feast! Thank you.

      Do you have suggestions for a cowboy-themed eighth grade fundraiser dinner? (I would guess we will have 50 people.)

      Reply
      • Richa

        February 02, 2016 at 12:46 pm

        Awesome!! Look through the superbowl party round up I posted yesterday for snack ideas. nachos, tacos, sliders etc. For the mains, maybe enchiladas, black bean patties or my nacho mac and cheese casserole. I have never planned for a 50 people party. I am shooting in the dark here 🙂

        Reply
        • Wendy

          February 04, 2016 at 12:34 pm

          Thank you! Your recipes are so very good. I keep trying new ones, and have yet to be disappointed. As a lifelong vegetarian and child of India (expat), I am delighted beyond description by your palate and nutritional priorities.

          Reply
          • Richa

            February 04, 2016 at 1:05 pm

            Thank you Wendy!

            Reply
    13. Julie

      February 01, 2016 at 5:45 pm

      5 stars
      Made this tonight – delicious! You’d think it was a restaurant teriyaki. I think the flavor was only improved with the use of dates, and the touch of molasses was great too. Yum!

      Reply
      • Richa

        February 01, 2016 at 8:02 pm

        Awesome!! I’ve used molasses in my original teriyaki sauce forever. It adds a deeper caramelly flavor to the sauce!

        Reply
        • yvonne

          November 09, 2018 at 3:40 am

          I have pomegranate molasses or pure blackstrap molasses, which one would you recommend??

          Reply
          • Richa

            November 09, 2018 at 12:53 pm

            blackstrap

            Reply
    14. Hypnotherapy Adelaide

      January 31, 2016 at 8:23 pm

      5 stars
      That is a really healthy way of making teriyaki sauce. I have been looking for something like that. Thank you 🙂

      Reply
    15. John

      January 30, 2016 at 5:14 am

      5 stars
      I landed here while searching on Google for vegan recipes. I am usually a non-veg person and have been making a change toward veg food.

      The recipe you shared not only looks easy to make and is also healthy. I like the fact that the prep time is short. This is something I will be trying out.

      Also liked the link to crispy orange cauliflower recipe.

      Btw the images are awesome and so tempting.

      Reply
    16. Pasha Davidson

      January 29, 2016 at 10:26 am

      5 stars
      I made this last night. It was easy to make and it was so good. 10/10 !!!!

      Reply
      • Richa

        January 29, 2016 at 11:00 am

        yay!!

        Reply
    17. Shannon

      January 28, 2016 at 1:26 am

      Going on the shopping list for this weekend! Sounds amazing and the photographs are stunning.

      Reply
      • Richa

        January 28, 2016 at 11:47 am

        Thanks Shannon!

        Reply
    18. IR

      January 27, 2016 at 7:23 pm

      Looks yummy! What a great way to use dates! =)

      Reply
      • Richa

        January 27, 2016 at 11:10 pm

        Thanks! They are sweet enough for a teriyaki!

        Reply

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