Crispy Tahu Geprek with Spicy Garlic Sambal

Ingredients:

• 2 medium-sized tofu blocks (fried)
• For the Sambal:
  • 5 bird’s eye chilies (adjust to taste)
  • 1 garlic clove
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon hot oil

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Tofu:

   • Begin by frying the tofu blocks until they are golden and crispy. Set them aside to cool slightly.

2. Make the Sambal:

   • In a mortar and pestle or a food processor, combine the bird’s eye chilies and garlic clove. Grind or blend them into a smooth paste.
   • Add salt to taste. Continue to blend until well combined.

3. Add Hot Oil:

   • In a small pan, heat the oil until it is very hot. Carefully pour the hot oil over the sambal mixture, stirring quickly to incorporate.

4. Assemble the Dish:

   • Place the fried tofu blocks on a serving plate. Gently press or “smash” the tofu using a spoon or the back of a spatula, so that it slightly breaks apart.
   • Spoon the prepared sambal generously over the tofu.

5. Serve:

   • Enjoy the tahu geprek sambal bawang with warm steamed rice and crispy crackers for a delightful meal.

This simple yet flavorful dish brings together the crispiness of fried tofu with a punchy, spicy sambal, making it a perfect complement to a bowl of rice and a side of crunchy krupuk.