Semur Telor Tempe
Semur Telor Tempe is a delightful Indonesian dish that beautifully combines hard-boiled eggs and tempeh in a savory, sweet sauce, perfect for serving with rice. This recipe captures the essence of home-cooked comfort, making it an ultimate choice for any meal.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Eggs | 3 |
| Tempeh | To taste (cut to preference) |
| Galangal | To taste |
| Lemongrass | 1 stalk |
| Bay Leaves | 2 |
| Black Pepper | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Sweet Soy Sauce | To taste |
| Palm Sugar | 1 tablespoon |
| Spice Blend | |
| Shallots | 4 |
| Garlic | 3 cloves |
| Candlenuts | 3 |
| Salt | To taste |
| Flavor Enhancer | To taste |
Instructions
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Boil the Eggs: Place the eggs in a pot of water, bring to a boil, and cook until hard-boiled. Once cooked, remove from heat, cool, peel, and set aside.
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Prepare the Tempeh: Cut the tempeh into your desired shapes, whether cubes or slices, and set aside.
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Blend the Spices: In a blender, combine shallots, garlic, and candlenuts to create a smooth spice blend.
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Sauté the Spice Mix: Heat a bit of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the blended spices and sauté until fragrant.
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Add the Ingredients: Pour in water, palm sugar, and sweet soy sauce. Stir well and bring the mixture to a near boil.
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Combine: Once boiling, gently add the boiled eggs and cut tempeh into the sauce.
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Simmer: Allow the dish to simmer until the sauce reduces, adjusting seasoning to your preference.
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Serve: Enjoy your Semur Telor Tempe warm with steamed rice, allowing the flavors to shine through.
This rich and flavorful dish showcases the versatility of Indonesian cuisine, making it an excellent addition to your recipe collection.
