A Diabetes & Kidney-Friendly Recipe by Dietitian90
Craving a snack but watching your blood sugar? This Air-Fried Tempeh is crispy, savoury, and satisfying — a high-protein afternoon tea snack that lets you indulge without the guilt.
Tempeh (天贝) is a traditional Indonesian fermented soybean product, prized for being packed with protein while remaining gentle on blood sugar and kidney health. Air-frying gives it a golden, crispy exterior while keeping that satisfying bean texture inside.
Why you’ll love it
- High in protein — a fermented soy food that keeps you fuller for longer
- Diabetes & kidney-friendly — a smart snack choice for those managing blood sugar or kidney health
- Crispy outside, textured inside — air-frying delivers the perfect bite
- Simple — one main ingredient, one appliance
Ingredients
- Tempeh (天贝) — fermented soybean cake
Method
- Slice the tempeh into pieces of your preferred size/thickness.
- Arrange in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 180°C for 20 minutes.
- Serve once golden and crisp on the outside, with the tempeh’s natural bean texture retained inside.
Why it works
Tempeh’s fermentation process makes its plant protein easier to digest, and air-frying — instead of deep frying — keeps this snack light on oil while still delivering that satisfying crunch.
