Chinese-Style Tahu and Chicken Perkedel
Ingredients:
- 4 small slices of chicken fillet (or 1 piece of chicken breast)
- Large tofu (silken tofu) or Chinese tofu
- A small bunch of chives
- 4 medium cloves of garlic
- 1 egg
- Salt to taste
- Optional: mushroom seasoning (or Totole) – 5 tablespoons
- All-purpose flour (Segitiga full) – enough to achieve the desired texture
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Cut the chicken fillet into small pieces and chop the tofu into similar-sized chunks.
- Peel and roughly chop the garlic cloves.
- Finely slice the chives.
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Blend Ingredients:
- In a food processor, combine the chicken, tofu, garlic, and chives. Pulse until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
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Incorporate Egg and Seasonings:
- Transfer the blended mixture to a bowl. Add the egg and mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour, salt, and mushroom seasoning (if using) to the mixture. Stir until the texture becomes soft and slightly sticky.
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Fry the Perkedel:
- Heat a generous amount of oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Using two spoons, scoop portions of the mixture and gently drop them into the hot oil. Form the mixture into rough, irregular shapes – they don’t have to be perfect, but ensure they are evenly spaced in the pan.
- Fry the perkedel until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
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Serve:
- Remove the perkedel from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil. Serve hot and enjoy the delicious, crispy treats.
This simple yet flavorful recipe captures the essence of traditional Indonesian perkedel, combining the delicate taste of tofu with tender chicken, enhanced by the aromatic chives and garlic. The optional mushroom seasoning adds an extra depth of umami to these delightful fritters.
