Tahu Isi Dadakan
Ingredients:
- Tofu: 1 block, cut into 6 pieces
- Vegetables:
- Thinly sliced cabbage: 1/4 piece
- Grated carrot: 2 pieces
- Sliced green onions and celery: to taste
- Spice Paste:
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Shallots: 4 cloves
- Ground white pepper: 1 tsp
- Coating:
- All-purpose flour: 5 tbsp
- Rice flour: 2 tbsp
- Turmeric: 1 segment
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Shallots: 3 cloves
- Ground coriander: 1 tsp
- Water: sufficient to dissolve the mixture
- Salt, pepper, and flavor enhancers: to taste
Steps:
- Prepare the Tofu: Fry the tofu in a generous amount of oil until the inside is dry and crispy.
- Make the Filling:
- Sauté the spice paste ingredients (garlic, shallots, ground white pepper) until fragrant.
- Add the thinly sliced cabbage, grated carrot, green onions, and celery. Stir well.
- Season with salt, pepper, and flavor enhancers. Cook until the vegetables are tender. Set aside and let cool.
- Stuff the Tofu:
- Carefully create a slit in the middle of each fried tofu piece.
- Fill each tofu with the sautéed vegetable mixture.
- Prepare the Coating:
- Blend the garlic, shallots, turmeric, and ground coriander into a fine paste.
- Mix the paste with all-purpose flour and rice flour.
- Gradually add water to achieve a batter-like consistency.
- Season with salt, pepper, and flavor enhancers.
- Fry the Stuffed Tofu:
- Dip each stuffed tofu into the batter, ensuring it is well-coated.
- Fry until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve: Enjoy your Tahu Isi Dadakan as a delightful snack or side dish.
This easy yet delicious recipe for Tahu Isi Dadakan makes a wonderful addition to your culinary repertoire. With crispy tofu filled with savory vegetables, it’s sure to be a hit at any meal. Enjoy cooking and savoring this Indonesian delight!
