Indonesian tempe recipes
Crispy Tempe Nuggets with Garlic and Carrot
Tempe Nuggets Recipe
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tempe | 2 pieces |
| Egg | 1 whole |
| Grated Carrots | 2 pieces |
| Chopped Celery/Green Onions | To taste |
| Garlic | 3 cloves |
| Ground Coriander | To taste |
| All-Purpose Flour | 10 tablespoons |
| Water | As needed |
| Cooking Oil | For frying |
| Chicken Broth Powder | To taste |
| Salt | To taste |
| Breadcrumbs | As needed |
| Sauce/Mayo | For serving |
Instructions
- Begin by crushing the tempe in a mortar until it reaches a smooth consistency.
- Once the tempe is softened, mix in the grated carrots, minced garlic, chopped celery, salt, chicken broth powder, and ground coriander.
- Incorporate the egg and 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, kneading the mixture until it holds together well.
- Shape the mixture into nuggets according to your preference, then steam them for approximately 20 minutes.
- For the batter, take the remaining all-purpose flour, add a pinch of salt or chicken broth powder, and gradually mix in water until it achieves a thick consistency.
- Once the tempe nuggets have cooled slightly, dip them into the batter, then coat them with breadcrumbs.
- Heat the cooking oil in a pan and fry the nuggets until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve your delicious tempe nuggets warm with your choice of sauce or mayonnaise for dipping. Enjoy!
