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

Tofu, tempeh, beans, lentils, and quinoa are all protein-rich and satisfying. — Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 1 July 2026

One of the best choices is tempeh. — Matt Fuchs, Time, 26 June 2026

For dinner, make tempeh and vegetable stir-fry with snap peas, bell pepper, bok choy, edamame and soba noodles in a sesame-ginger sauce. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 8 June 2026

Probiotics are generally safe to take every day, especially when eaten in foods such as yogurt, miso, tempeh, buttermilk, and soy beverages. — Emmanuella Ogbonna, Health, 5 June 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