tempeh

noun

tem·​peh ˈtem-ˌpā 

: an Asian food prepared by fermenting soybeans with a rhizopus

Examples of tempeh in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

How to ferment your own tempeh at home For those who love a kitchen task, tempeh can be made at home—though be forewarned, the preparation can be long and laborious. — Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2026

Try tempeh in a stir-fry with colorful vegetables and brown rice. — Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 2 Sep. 2026

Protein seems to be on everyone’s minds (and plates) these days, with many of us getting our fill from fish, beef, chicken, or plant proteins like beans, avocados, tofu, and tempeh. — Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 30 Aug. 2026

For one San Antonio mom, vegetarian sushi rolls, with tempeh or edamame serving as the protein, are a go-to for her 14-year-old daughter, Anika. — Sierra Leone Starks, Parents, 10 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Javanese témpé

First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for tempeh

• kopje
• yahweh
• des
• eh
• heh
• yeh
• pirouette