Semur Tahu Tempe
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Medium-sized tempe | 1/2 plastic package (approximately 250g) |
| Tofu | 2 pieces |
| Hard-boiled eggs | 1 package (250g) |
| Cooking oil | 3 tablespoons |
| Water | 2 cups |
| Spices | |
| Shallots (red onion) | 3 medium |
| Garlic | 1 large |
| Peppercorns | 10 pieces |
| Candlenut | 1/2 piece |
| Nutmeg | 2 thin slices |
| Bay leaf | 1 piece |
| Lemongrass | 1/2 stalk |
| Brown sugar | 1/2 small piece |
| Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis) | To taste |
| Salt | To taste |
| Flavor enhancer (optional) | To taste |
| Granulated sugar | 1 teaspoon |
Instructions
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Prepare the Ingredients: Begin by peeling the shallots and garlic. Thinly slice the shallots and set aside.
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Sauté the Aromatics: Heat a small amount of oil in a pan and fry the sliced shallots until golden. Meanwhile, pound the garlic, peppercorns, candlenut, and nutmeg together into a smooth paste.
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Cut the Tofu and Tempe: Slice the tofu, tempe, and hard-boiled eggs into pieces of your preferred size, ensuring they are not too small to prevent them from breaking during cooking.
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Cook the Spices: In a pan over low heat, add the remaining cooking oil. Once hot, introduce the ground spice mixture, bay leaf, and lemongrass. Sauté until fragrant.
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Combine Ingredients: Pour in the water, followed by the brown sugar, sweet soy sauce, salt, flavor enhancer, and granulated sugar. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
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Add Tofu and Tempe: Gently add the tofu, tempe, and hard-boiled eggs to the pan, mixing carefully to avoid breaking them. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Sprinkle with fried shallots for added flavor.
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Simmer the Dish: Allow the dish to simmer until the tempe is cooked through and the liquid has reduced, usually indicated by the sauce thickening.
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Serve: Once cooked, transfer the Semur Tahu Tempe to a serving bowl, garnishing with additional fried shallots if desired. Enjoy your delicious meal!
This comforting Indonesian dish beautifully marries the flavors of tofu, tempe, and eggs in a savory sauce, perfect for serving with steamed rice.
