Crispy Stuffed Tofu with Spicy Lime Dipping Sauce

Delicious Stuffed Tofu (Tahu Isi Enak) Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Stuffing:

• 5 pieces of tofu, sliced in half
• 1 jicama (bengkuang), peeled and finely chopped
• 1 carrot, peeled and finely chopped
• 1/2 onion, finely sliced
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 150 grams of shrimp, finely chopped
• Seasoning mix (such as Sajiku), to taste
• Salt, to taste
• Sugar, to taste
• Pepper, to taste

For the Dipping Sauce:

• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1 red bird’s eye chili (cabe rawit merah)
• 1 teaspoon ABC chili sauce
• 2 tablespoons lime or lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• A splash of water

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Stuffing:

   • Heat a pan over medium heat and sauté the finely sliced onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
   • Add the chopped shrimp and cook until they turn pink.
   • Incorporate the finely chopped carrot and jicama into the pan.
   • Season the mixture with the seasoning mix, salt, sugar, and pepper to taste.
   • Add a small amount of water to the pan and cook until the vegetables are tender and the flavors meld together. Set aside to cool.

2. Prepare the Tofu:

   • Slice the tofu pieces in half to create a pocket. Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the tofu halves until they are halfway cooked. Remove from the oil and set aside.

3. Stuff the Tofu:

   • Once the tofu is cool enough to handle, carefully open each piece and stuff it with the prepared vegetable and shrimp mixture.

4. Make the Batter:

   • Prepare a wet batter using the Sajiku flour mix and a small amount of water. The batter should be thick enough to coat but not too thick.

5. Fry the Stuffed Tofu:

   • Dip each stuffed tofu piece into the batter, ensuring it is well coated.
   • Heat oil in a pan and fry the battered tofu until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.

6. Prepare the Dipping Sauce:

   • In a small blender or mortar, combine garlic, red chili, chili sauce, lime or lemon juice, sugar, and a splash of water. Blend until smooth.

7. Serve:

   • Serve the crispy stuffed tofu hot with the spicy dipping sauce on the side.

Enjoy this delectable Indonesian dish that pairs crispy tofu with a savory and spicy filling, perfect for an appetizer or a main course!