Tempe Mendoan Recipe
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour (Segitiga Biru) | 250 grams (1/4 kg) |
| Tempe mendoan | 2 packs (each pack has 3×2 slices) |
| Egg | 1 large |
| Green onions (sliced) | 2 stalks |
| Garlic cloves | 4 cloves |
| Coriander seeds | To taste |
| Turmeric | A thumb-sized piece |
| Salt | To taste |
| Flavor enhancer (optional) | To taste |
| Water | As needed |
| Oil for frying | As needed |
| Butter (optional, Blue Band) | 1 tablespoon |
| Bird’s eye chili peppers | To taste |
| Sweet soy sauce | To taste |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Spice Paste:
- Crush the garlic cloves, coriander seeds, and turmeric together until you form a smooth paste. You can use a mortar and pestle for this step or blend them together using a food processor.
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Make the Batter:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, egg, water, the crushed spice paste, salt, and optional flavor enhancer. Stir the mixture thoroughly using a whisk or fork until well combined and smooth. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- Add the sliced green onions into the batter and gently mix.
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Coat the Tempe:
- Dip each slice of tempe into the batter, ensuring both sides are coated evenly, and allow the green onions to stick to the tempe pieces.
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Frying the Tempe:
- Heat a generous amount of oil in a frying pan over medium heat, adding 1 tablespoon of butter for extra flavor if desired.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully place the coated tempe into the pan. Fry the tempe until it reaches your preferred level of crispness. You can cook it lightly for the traditional soft texture or fry it longer for a crispier result.
- Remove the fried tempe from the pan and drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
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Make the Chili-Soy Dip:
- To prepare the dipping sauce, mash bird’s eye chili peppers according to your heat preference, then mix with sweet soy sauce until well blended. Serve alongside the tempe for a spicy-sweet pairing. You can also enjoy the tempe with whole bird’s eye chili peppers if you prefer.
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Serving:
- Serve the crispy, savory Tempe Mendoan with the chili-soy dip on the side. Enjoy it as an appetizer or a snack!
Tempe Mendoan is perfect for any time you crave something crunchy and flavorful with a touch of Indonesian street food flair. Enjoy with friends and family for a delightful snack!
