Vegan Pad Kra Pao with Crumbled Tempeh – Thai Basil Stir-Fry Made Easy
Vegan Pad Kra Pao with Simply Soy crumbled tempeh served over jasmine rice
Craving bold Thai flavours without the meat? This Vegan Pad Kra Pao (Thai basil stir-fry) made with crumbled Simply Soy Tempeh is spicy, savoury, and packed with umami.
If you're new to tempeh, this dish is the perfect way to get started. It's quick, beginner-friendly, and delivers on both nutrition and flavour.
What is Pad Kra Pao?
Pad Kra Pao is one of Thailand’s most beloved dishes. Traditionally made with minced meat, garlic, chilli, and basil, we’re swapping out the meat for crumbled Simply Soy Tempeh to make it plant-based without losing any of the depth or spice.
Ingredients (Serves 2)
Tempeh Stir-Fry:
250g Simply Soy Tempeh, crumbled
5 garlic cloves
2 bird’s eye chillies
1 small shallot
Thai basil leaves
2 tbsp oil
Sauce:
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp vegan oyster sauce
1 tsp dark soy
1 tsp coconut sugar
2 tbsp water
To Serve: Jasmine rice, vegan fried egg (optional), lime
Instructions
1. Crumble and steam the tempeh (optional for milder flavour)
2. Make your sauce by mixing soy, oyster, dark soy, sugar, and water
3. Stir-fry garlic, chilli, shallot until fragrant
4. Add the tempeh and brown for 3–5 minutes
5. Pour in sauce and stir well
6. Add basil and cook just until wilted
7. Serve with rice and vegan fried egg (optional)
Why Use Tempeh?
Tempeh is a protein-packed, gut-friendly vegan alternative to meat. Unlike tofu, it has a satisfying chew and holds up beautifully in bold-flavoured dishes like Pad Kra Pao.
Our Simply Soy Tempeh is organic, Australian-made, and fermented naturally for better digestion and flavour.
FAQs
Can I freeze this dish? Yes, up to 2 months.
What if I can’t find Thai basil? Regular basil works, but Thai basil is more authentic.
Is it gluten-free? Use gluten-free soy and oyster sauce.
Ready to Cook with Tempeh?
👉 Shop Simply Soy Tempeh now and get your organic plant based protein. Available at your nearest Asian Grocer.
