tempeh

noun

tem·​peh ˈtem-ˌpā How to pronounce tempeh (audio)
: an Asian food prepared by fermenting soybeans with a rhizopus

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Fermented Foods Fermented foods, including sauerkraut, kombucha, tempeh, and yogurt, are either made with or contain live, active bacteria. Merve Ceylan, Health, 19 Mar. 2025 Note: To make sure this is gluten-free, use a gluten-free tempeh. Substitutions: Tempeh can be replaced with extra-firm tofu. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025 This vegan chili is packed with protein-rich ingredients, including red kidney beans, lentils, tempeh and seeds. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025 The key is spreading your intake throughout the day, incorporating high-quality sources like lean meats, fish, eggs, Greek yogurt, tempeh and legumes. Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 12 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for tempeh

Word History

Etymology

Javanese témpé

First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tempeh was in 1950

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“Tempeh.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tempeh. Accessed 10 Apr. 2025.

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