Tempe Melet: A Flavorful Indonesian Tempe Dish
Ingredients:
| Main Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tempe (fermented soybeans) | 1 block (papan) |
| Red curly chili peppers (cabe merah kriting) | 5 peppers |
| Bird’s eye chili peppers (cabe rawit merah) | 10 peppers |
| Shallots (bawang merah) | 5 cloves |
| Garlic (bawang putih) | 2 cloves |
| Tomato (tomat) | 1 piece |
| Salt (garam) | to taste |
| Flour Batter | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Garlic (bawang putih) | 1 clove |
| Fresh turmeric (kunyit) | 1 small piece (ruas) |
| Salt (garam) | to taste |
| Black pepper (lada) | to taste |
| Margarine (margarin) | 2 tablespoons, melted |
| Spring onion (daun bawang) | 1 stalk, chopped |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Spices:
- In a mortar and pestle, grind the red curly chili peppers, bird’s eye chili peppers, shallots, garlic, and tomato until smooth. This will form the base for your flavorful spice mixture.
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Prepare the Tempe:
- Cut the tempe into slices, ensuring you don’t cut them all the way through—leave them connected like a sandwich, so they can hold the stuffing.
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Stuff the Tempe:
- Stuff the spice mixture you just prepared inside the cuts of the tempe, ensuring it’s well-seasoned and infused with the flavors.
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Prepare the Flour Batter:
- In a separate bowl, grind the garlic and turmeric together. Add in the salt and black pepper. Slowly incorporate the melted margarine, then fold in the chopped spring onion. Mix this with enough flour to form a thick, smooth batter.
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Coat and Fry:
- Dip the stuffed tempe into the batter, making sure each piece is well-coated. Heat oil in a pan and fry the battered tempe until golden and crispy.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once fried, remove the tempe from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve the crispy, flavorful Tempe Melet while still warm for the best taste.
Nutritional Information (Approximation per serving):
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 10g |
| Carbohydrates | 12g |
| Fat | 12g |
| Fiber | 5g |
| Sodium | 150mg |
This dish offers a delightful combination of crispy tempe, spicy seasoning, and a flavorful batter. Tempe Melet is a beloved Indonesian dish that can be served as a snack or a side dish for any meal. Perfect for those who love bold, spicy flavors!
