Hoisin Braised Tempeh And Chinese Vegetables

---

Braising means to brown the ingredients in a little oil, then add a bit of liquid, cover the pot tightly and cook to blend the flavors. This is a delicious dish by itself, or over brown rice or noodles! Adapted from vegetarian times.

---

Steps

---

Heat the olive oil in large pot over medium-high heat.

---

Add tempeh and cook until browned , stirring often , about 5 minutes.

---

Add garlic and ginger.

---

Cook until fragrant , about 30 seconds.

---

Stir in remaining ingredients except the snow peas.

---

Reduce heat to low , cover and cook 15 minutes.

---

Add snow peas , cover , and cook until vegetables are cooked but still firm , about 5 minutes longer.

---

Remove and place on a serving platter , over rice if desired.

---

Enjoy !.

---

Ingredients

---

olive oil, tempeh, garlic cloves, fresh ginger, carrots, bok choy, sliced water chestnuts, scallions, hoisin sauce, water, salt, fresh ground black pepper, snow peas