Tempe Gembus Goreng: A Crispy Indonesian Delight
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Tempe Gembus | 200 grams (3 small packets) |
| All-Purpose Flour | 7 tablespoons |
| Shallots | 7 cloves |
| Garlic | 5 cloves |
| Ground Pepper | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt | To taste |
| Bird’s Eye Chili | To taste |
| Sweet Soy Sauce (Sambal Kecap) | To serve |
| Lime Juice | To taste |
Instructions:
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Preparation of Tempe: Cut the tempe gembus into bite-sized pieces according to your preference. Set aside for later use.
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Aromatics: In a mortar and pestle, coarsely grind the shallots and garlic until fragrant. This will enhance the flavor when fried.
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Batter Creation: Combine the all-purpose flour with the ground aromatics in a bowl. Add the ground pepper and salt, then gradually mix in enough water to create a smooth batter. Adjust seasoning to taste.
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Frying: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Dip the tempe pieces into the batter, ensuring they are well-coated, then carefully add them to the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy.
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Sambal Kecap: For the sambal kecap, finely grind the fried garlic and bird’s eye chili together. Once well blended, mix in sweet soy sauce and a pinch of salt. Squeeze in some lime juice for added zest.
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Serve: Enjoy your crispy tempe gembus with the sambal kecap as a dipping sauce. Perfect as a snack or appetizer!
Happy Cooking! 😊
