Crispy Tempe Balls with Quail Egg Center (Bola-bola Tempe)

Title: Bola-bola Tempe: Crispy Tempe Balls with a Delightful Egg Center

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Tempe Mixture
   Begin by mashing the steamed tempe into a smooth, fine texture and transfer it into a large mixing bowl.

2. Add Flavors and Bindings
   To the mashed tempe, add chicken bouillon powder, garlic powder, grated cheese, one chicken egg, and finely chopped spring onions. Mix thoroughly to incorporate all the ingredients.

3. Form the Balls
   Carefully place the cooked quail eggs into the center of the tempe mixture. Gently mold the tempe around each egg to form small, round balls. Once all the balls are shaped, place them on a tray and freeze for 10-15 minutes. This will help the balls hold their shape during frying.

4. Prepare the Coating
   In a separate bowl, whisk together one chicken egg with a splash of liquid milk until well combined. In another bowl, prepare the breadcrumbs for coating.

5. Coat the Bola-bola Tempe
   After the tempe balls have been in the freezer for 10-15 minutes, remove them. Dip each ball into the egg-milk mixture, then roll it in the breadcrumbs, ensuring the coating is even and fully covers the tempe.

6. Fry the Bola-bola Tempe
   Heat oil in a frying pan over low heat. Carefully place the coated tempe balls into the hot oil, and fry them gently until golden and crispy on all sides. Avoid using high heat to ensure the tempe cooks evenly without burning the coating.

7. Serve
   Once the bola-bola tempe are golden and crispy, remove them from the oil and drain excess oil on paper towels. Serve them warm as a delightful snack or appetizer.

Enjoy these crispy and savory tempe balls, filled with a surprising quail egg center, perfect for sharing with family and friends!