Rendang Tempe and Tofu
This delicious and simple recipe for Rendang Tempe and Tofu offers a delightful twist to the traditional Indonesian dish. Tempe and tofu are packed with protein, making this a healthy and hearty meal perfect for any day of the week. The rich flavors of rendang spices blend perfectly with the tempe and tofu, creating a dish that is both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Sweet soy sauce (Kecap Banggo) | 1 small pack |
| Palm sugar (Gula Jawa) | 1 round piece |
| Salt | 1 tsp |
| Tofu | 5 pieces |
| Water | 250 ml |
| Tempe (soy-based) | 10 pieces |
| Garlic | 2 cloves |
| Coriander powder | 1 tsp |
| Bay leaves | 2 leaves |
| Lemongrass stalk | 1 stalk |
| Vegetable oil | 250 ml |
| Rendang spice mix (Indofood) | 1 packet |
Instructions
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Prepare the Spice Paste: Crush the garlic and mix it with coriander powder and a small amount of salt. This spice paste will be used to coat the tempe and tofu before frying.
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Fry the Tempe and Tofu: Coat the tempe and tofu pieces with the prepared spice paste. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan and fry the tempe and tofu until they are golden brown. Once fried, drain on paper towels and set aside.
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Boil the Tempe and Tofu: In a separate pot, bring 250 ml of water to a boil. Add the fried tempe and tofu into the pot. Let them simmer for a while until the water reduces. No need to add any extra seasoning at this point.
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Add Seasonings and Rendang Spice Mix: Once the water has reduced slightly, add the sweet soy sauce, palm sugar, and the rendang spice mix. Stir well to ensure the tempe and tofu are evenly coated with the seasoning.
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Simmer Until Ready: Continue simmering until the sauce has thickened and reduced to your desired consistency. The dish should have a rich and aromatic flavor by this stage.
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Serve and Garnish: Serve the rendang tempe and tofu with a sprinkle of fried shallots and a few sliced bird’s eye chilies, depending on your taste preferences.
Enjoy your homemade Rendang Tempe and Tofu! This recipe is easy to follow and yields an incredibly flavorful dish that pairs wonderfully with steamed rice. You can adjust the spice level according to your personal taste by adding more or fewer chilies, and garnish with fried shallots for extra texture.
