First start by adding the maple syrup and the sugar to a pot. Place on a medium heat on the hob and heat until the sugar is dissolved.
Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another two minutes.
Add the vinegar and tamari (or soy sauce) along with 5 tbsp (75ml) of water. Stir and gently heat until bubbles appear.
Add the cornflour to a cup along with 2 teaspoons of cold water. Mix together until the cornflour is dissolved.
While stirring the sticky tempeh sauce on a medium heat, add the cornflour and water slowly while continuing to stir.
Bring the sauce to a gentle bubble and simmer for around two minutes while stirring. Then remove the sauce from the heat.
Cut the tempeh into slices. Add a lug of oil to the pan and fry the tempeh for around 6 minutes until its lightly golden. Turn the tempeh slices over and repeat on the other sides.
Add the tempeh sauce to the tempeh ensuring that each of the clices are fully coated. You can use a spoon to do this if needs be. Cook for another two minutes.
The sticky tempeh is then ready to serve. You then sprinkle with some sesame seeds.
Serve along with mixed veggies and rice.