Spicy Tofu Stir-Fry with Cabbage and Chilies

Certainly! Here’s a polished and detailed recipe for Tumis Orek Tahu tailored for the Love With Recipes site:

Tumis Orek Tahu: Stir-Fried Tofu with Vegetables

Ingredients

• 1 large block of tofu – cut into small cubes
• 1 small head of cabbage – shredded or chopped
• 4 cloves garlic – finely chopped
• 2 shallots – finely sliced
• 10 green chilies – sliced
• 5 red chilies – sliced
• 3 red chili peppers – sliced
• 1 stalk green onion – thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 packet chicken bouillon (Royco Ayam)
• Cooking oil – for sautéing

Instructions

1. Prepare the Tofu: Begin by washing the tofu thoroughly. Once clean, crumble the tofu into small pieces using a fork. This will allow the tofu to absorb the flavors better during cooking.

   Related Articles

   • 
     Spicy Shrimp Tofu Tempeh Delight
   • 
     Crispy Tofu Egg Martabak: A Savory Delight
   • 
     Savory Tofu Meatball Soup: Authentic Indonesian Sop Tahu Bakso
   • 
     Spicy-Sweet Tofu Balls: A Bandung Delight

2. Prepare the Vegetables: Slice the garlic and shallots finely. Cut the green chilies, red chilies, and red chili peppers into thin rings. Thinly slice the green onion and set aside.

3. Sauté the Aromatics: Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the garlic, shallots, and all the sliced chilies. Sauté until the mixture becomes fragrant and the garlic and shallots turn golden brown.

4. Cook the Tofu: Add the crumbled tofu to the pan. Stir well to combine with the sautéed aromatics. Cook for a few minutes until the tofu starts to brown slightly.

5. Add Cabbage: Incorporate the shredded cabbage into the pan. Stir frequently, allowing the cabbage to wilt and cook down.

6. Season: Sprinkle in the salt and the chicken bouillon. Stir to ensure that the seasoning is evenly distributed throughout the tofu and vegetables.

7. Finish and Serve: Once the cabbage is tender and the flavors have melded together, add the sliced green onions. Give everything a final stir and cook for another minute or two.

8. Serve: Transfer the Tumis Orek Tahu to a serving dish. Enjoy it warm as a delicious side dish or main course with steamed rice.

This recipe brings together the satisfying texture of tofu with the vibrant flavors of fresh chilies and aromatic vegetables. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful addition to your meal rotation!