How many calories in fried tempeh?
Last updated: · Prepared by: QuickCalo Team
Short answer
One piece of fried tempeh (about 30 g) has about 90 kcal and 6 g of protein; 100 g has about 307 kcal. What changes the calories most is the oil absorbed while frying. The values are for tempeh slices soaked in garlic brine and fried without batter.
Fried tempeh is an everyday side dish in Indonesian homes and food stalls. Tempeh, made from fermented soybeans, is sliced, soaked in salted garlic water and fried until golden.
Tempeh is one of the best plant protein sources, rich in protein and fibre. Frying adds oil, so steamed, grilled or sweet braised tempeh are lighter options.
| Serving | Grams | Calories (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carbs (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 piece | 30 | 90 | 6 | 2 | 7 |
| 100 g | 100 | 307 | 19.1 | 7.7 | 24.2 |
What changes the calories in Fried tempeh (tempe goreng)?
- Cooking method: frying adds more than steaming or braising.
- Batter: battered tempeh absorbs more oil.
- Thickness: thin slices absorb more oil per gram.
How to enjoy Fried tempeh (tempe goreng) a little lighter
- Try grilled, steamed or air-fried tempeh.
- Drain fried tempeh well on paper towel.
How were these values calculated?
No official record matches this dish directly, so the values come from a recipe calculation: the nutrients of each ingredient were taken from USDA FoodData Central, added up and divided by the cooked weight. Raw total 380 g, cooked weight 320 g.
Tempeh slices marinated in garlic water and deep-fried; about 45 g of oil absorbed.
| Ingredient | Grams | Calories (kcal) | Protein (g) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tempeh | 300 | 576 | 60.9 | USDA FDC 174272 |
| sunflower oil | 45 | 398 | 0 | USDA FDC 171025 |
| garlic | 5 | 7 | 0.3 | USDA FDC 169230 |
| water | 30 | under 5 | 0 | USDA FDC 173647 |
Spices (under 5 g in total per recipe) are not counted.
Serving weights:
- 1 piece: typical serving, approximate
Calories per 100 g are rounded to a whole number and macros to one decimal; serving calories to the nearest 5 and protein to a whole gram.
Can you count the calories in Fried tempeh (tempe goreng) from a photo?
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Frequently asked questions
How much does one piece of fried tempeh weigh?
On this page, one piece of fried tempeh is taken as about 30 g (typical serving, approximate). The real weight depends on the recipe, the size and how it is served.
How much protein is in fried tempeh?
One piece of fried tempeh has about 6 g of protein; 100 g has 19.1 g.
Is tempeh high in protein?
Yes. Tempeh is one of the most protein-rich plant foods.
Similar foods
- Beef rendang
- Ayam goreng (Indonesian fried chicken)
- Ayam geprek
- Manti (Turkish dumplings)
- Chicken kabsa
- Chicken mandi
Sources
- USDA FoodData Central — SR Legacy (2018) and FNDDS 2021–2023 datasets; accessed 16 October 2026
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