Tempe & Tahu with Chicken Satay Filling Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Tempe & Tahu:
- 2 medium-sized blocks of tempe, cut into cubes
- 6 pieces of white tofu, cut into cubes
For the Chicken Satay Filling:
- 5 shallots
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 5 skewers of chicken satay
- 1 tomato
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 5 birdโs eye chilies (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
For the Coating Batter:
- 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
- A pinch of coriander
- Water, as needed
Instructions:
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Prepare the Tempe and Tahu:
- Cut the tempe into cubes according to your preference. Slice part of each cube to create a pocket for the filling. Do the same with the tofu.
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Make the Chicken Satay Filling:
- In a blender, combine the shallots, garlic, tomato, sugar, birdโs eye chilies, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the blended mixture and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in the chicken bouillon powder and adjust the seasoning to taste.
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Stuff the Tempe and Tofu:
- Carefully stuff the chicken satay filling into the pockets you created in the tempe and tofu cubes.
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Prepare the Coating Batter:
- Blend garlic, salt, and coriander until smooth. Add the chicken bouillon powder and enough water to make a thick batter.
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Fry the Tempe and Tofu:
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Dip each stuffed tempe and tofu cube into the batter, ensuring they are well coated.
- Fry in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
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Serve:
- Serve the crispy tempe and tofu hot, as a delicious appetizer or main dish. Enjoy!
This recipe for Tempe & Tahu with Chicken Satay Filling blends the savory flavors of Indonesian cuisine with a crispy, satisfying texture. Perfect for a flavorful snack or an impressive addition to any meal, this dish showcases the versatility of tempe and tofu with a deliciously spiced chicken satay filling.
