Indonesian tempe recipes
Zesty Sambel Tempe: Spicy Fried Tempeh Delight
Sambel Tempe Recipe
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tempe (fried) | 6 pieces |
| Oil for frying | As needed |
| Salt | To taste |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Flavor enhancer | To taste |
| Ground spices: | |
| Garlic | 2 cloves |
| Small shallot | 1 piece |
| Curly red chili | 2 pieces |
| Bird’s eye chili | 15 pieces (adjust to taste) |
| Red chili (optional) | To taste |
Instructions
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Begin by grinding the garlic, shallot, curly red chili, and bird’s eye chili together until you achieve a smooth paste. Once ground, season the mixture with salt, sugar, and flavor enhancer, adjusting to your preference.
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Taste the spice mixture to ensure the flavors are balanced.
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Once satisfied with the seasoning, gently fold in the fried tempe, adding a splash of hot oil leftover from frying to enhance the flavor.
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Use a fork or spoon to mash and mix everything together thoroughly, ensuring the tempe is well-coated with the spice blend.
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Serve the Sambel Tempe warm, accompanied by steaming hot rice for an ultimate culinary delight. Enjoy! 😋
