Tempe Melet: A Delicious Indonesian Snack
Ingredients:
| Main Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tempe | 1 block |
| Cooking oil | As needed for frying |
| All-purpose flour | As needed |
| Green onions (daun bawang) | A handful, chopped |
| Salt | To taste |
| Flavor enhancer (optional) | To taste |
| Water | As needed |
Filling:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shallots (Bawang merah) | 6, peeled and finely chopped |
| Garlic (Bawang putih) | 1 clove, minced |
| Red chili peppers (Cabe merah kriting) | 5, chopped |
| Bird’s eye chili (Cabe jempret) | 15, finely chopped |
| Salt | To taste |
| Flavor enhancer (optional) | To taste |
| Lemon for sambal (Jeruk sambel) | 1, juiced |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Tempe:
Cut the tempe into 12 equal pieces. Create a small slit or hollow in the center of each piece. This will hold the delicious sambal filling. -
Make the Filling:
Using a mortar and pestle, grind the shallots, garlic, red chili peppers, and bird’s eye chili together until smooth. Season with salt and flavor enhancer to taste. Add the lemon juice for an extra tangy kick, and mix well. -
Stuff the Tempe:
Carefully fill each piece of tempe with the sambal mixture you just prepared, ensuring that each one is generously packed with the flavorful filling. -
Prepare the Coating:
In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, chopped green onions, water, salt, and flavor enhancer to create a smooth batter. -
Fry the Tempe:
Heat enough cooking oil in a pan for frying. Dip each stuffed tempe into the flour batter and fry them until golden brown and crispy. Turn occasionally to ensure they cook evenly on all sides. -
Serve and Enjoy:
Once fried, drain excess oil and serve your delicious Tempe Melet hot, crispy, and full of flavor! Perfect for a snack or part of a main meal.
Nutritional Information:
Tempe is a rich source of protein and fiber. It’s a versatile, healthy food choice, especially when paired with the spicy and tangy sambal. The recipe can be a satisfying snack, offering a balance of carbohydrates, healthy fats, and vitamins, depending on the portion size and cooking method.
Enjoy the satisfying crunch of Tempe Melet with its savory, spicy filling!
