Tumis Leunca, Tempe, and Pete: A Flavorful Stir-Fry
This delightful Indonesian dish, Tumis Leunca, Tempe, and Pete, combines the unique flavors of leunca (a type of nightshade), tempeh, and pete (stink beans) with a fragrant blend of spices, making it an ultimate addition to your culinary repertoire. Perfect for those who appreciate a balance of savory and umami, this stir-fry is both easy to prepare and delicious!
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Leunca | 250 grams |
| Tempe | 1 block |
| Pete | 1 block |
| Dried shrimp (ebi) | 2 tablespoons |
| Galangal (lengkuas) | 1 piece, crushed |
| Bay leaf (daun salam) | 1 leaf |
| Sweet soy sauce | 1 tablespoon or to taste |
| Water | 1/2 cup |
| Salt | To taste |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Chicken stock powder | To taste |
For the spice blend:
| Spice | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shallots (bawang merah) | 4, thinly sliced |
| Garlic (bawang putih) | 2, thinly sliced |
| Bird’s eye chili (cabe rawit) | 3, diagonally sliced |
| Onion (bawang bombay) | 1/2, roughly chopped |
Instructions
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Sauté the Aromatics: In a pan, heat a splash of oil over medium heat. Add the sliced shallots, garlic, and bird’s eye chili. Sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
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Add the Herbs: Incorporate the crushed galangal and bay leaf into the pan. Stir them into the mixture, allowing the flavors to meld for another minute.
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Include the Dried Shrimp: Add the dried shrimp (ebi) and stir well to combine with the aromatics. Cook until the shrimp is fragrant.
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Season the Dish: Sprinkle in the salt, sugar, and chicken stock powder, mixing thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of flavors.
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Combine Tempe and Pete: Gently add the tempeh and pete to the pan, stirring to coat them in the flavorful base. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
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Add Liquid and Sweet Soy Sauce: Pour in the water and sweet soy sauce, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to infuse.
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Incorporate Leunca: Finally, add the leunca, stirring gently. Be careful not to overcook the leunca, as it should remain slightly crunchy to avoid bitterness. Cook until just tender.
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Taste and Adjust: Taste the dish, adjusting the seasoning as necessary.
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Serve: Once the leunca is perfectly cooked, remove from heat and serve hot as a side dish or over rice for a complete meal.
Nutritional Information
Calories, protein, carbohydrates, and fat content can vary based on ingredient choices. Adjust quantities to suit dietary needs.
Enjoy this vibrant and tasty stir-fry that highlights the unique ingredients of Indonesian cuisine!
