Tempeh
Also listed as Fermented Soybean Cake and Soy Tempeh.
Nuts & Legumes
This is what the ingredient is.
Tempeh is a fermented soybean cake. Labels may say tempeh.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It is sliced, marinated, and used as a plant-based protein.
Here is what food agencies say.
Sold as a refrigerated soy food under FDA labeling rules; soy allergen declaration applies.
Here is what research has found.
Pathogen controls for fermented soy products apply; recalls are less common than for soft tofu but possible.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Contains soy. Some tempeh includes grains—check for gluten.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/17/2026