Instructions

  1. Preheat broiler.
  2. Halve tempeh crosswise, then lengthwise.
  3. Mix ginger and garlic with half the oil, half the tamari, and the 1/4 cup water.
  4. Coat tempeh in mixture.
  5. Broil close to heat, turning until each side is golden, about 3 minutes.
  6. Cool.
  7. Cut into 1/2-inch squares.
  8. Heat remaining oil over low heat.
  9. Saute red pepper flakes and onions until onions are soft, about 5 minutes.
  10. Add carrots and saute 1 minute more.
  11. Add celery and saute 1 minute more.
  12. Add bell peppers, saute 1 minute more.
  13. Add corn and saute, covered, on low heat until crisp-tender, about 10 minutes.
  14. In a small bowl, mix vinegar, syrup, remaining tamari, and cayenne pepper.
  15. Add reserved tempeh and sauce to vegetables.
  16. Simmer 2-3 minutes.
  17. Mix arrowroot with 2 1/2 T. water.
  18. Add arrowroot mixture and simmer to thicken, 1-2 minutes.
  19. Serve over rice, if desired.