Tempe Meatballs with Oyster Sauce
Ingredients
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tempeh (steamed and mashed) | 1 block |
| All-purpose flour | 6 tablespoons |
| Tapioca flour (or cornstarch) | 6 tablespoons |
| Egg | 1 large |
| Garlic (minced) | 3 cloves |
| Oil (for frying) | As needed |
| Seasoning (salt and pepper, or flavor enhancer) | To taste |
For the Sauce:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Onion (thinly sliced) | 1 medium |
| Garlic (minced) | 3 cloves |
| Large chili peppers (diagonally sliced) | 3 pieces |
| Scallion (sliced) | 1 stalk |
| Ground pepper | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Oil (for sautéing) | As needed |
| Seasoning (salt or flavor enhancer) | To taste |
| Sweet soy sauce | 1 tablespoon |
| Oyster sauce | 1 tablespoon |
Instructions
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Prepare the Tempeh Meatballs:
- Steam the tempeh until tender, then mash it until it reaches a smooth consistency.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed tempeh with all-purpose flour, tapioca flour, egg, and minced garlic. Season the mixture with salt and pepper or your preferred seasoning.
- Shape the mixture into small meatball-sized portions.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Drop the tempeh balls into the boiling water and cook until they float to the surface. Remove the meatballs from the water and drain them.
- Heat oil in a pan for frying. Fry the meatballs until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside. Set aside.
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Make the Sauce:
- In a pan, heat a little oil and sauté the sliced onion, minced garlic, and chili peppers until fragrant.
- Add the sweet soy sauce, oyster sauce, ground pepper, and scallion, stirring everything together.
- Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
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Serve:
- Add the fried tempeh meatballs to the sauce, stir gently to coat them well.
- Let the meatballs absorb the flavors of the sauce for about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve immediately, and enjoy these flavorful Tempe Meatballs with Oyster Sauce!
Cooking Notes:
- For a spicier kick, feel free to add more chili peppers or a dash of chili flakes.
- You can serve these tempeh meatballs with steamed rice or as an appetizer.
Enjoy your delightful and protein-packed Tempeh Meatballs with Oyster Sauce!
