Tempe Garit and Sambal
Ingredients
| Tempe Garit | |
|---|---|
| 1 papan tempe | |
| 1 clove garlic | |
| Salt, to taste |
| Sambal | |
|---|---|
| 1 clove garlic | |
| 5 shallots | |
| 11 bird’s eye chilies | |
| 2 kaffir lime leaves | |
| Salt, to taste |
Instructions
- Begin by slicing the tempe into thin strips, then marinate them with minced garlic, salt, and a splash of water for enhanced flavor.
- Heat oil in a pan and fry the marinated tempe until it turns a beautiful golden brown, ensuring it remains slightly tender if that’s your preference.
- Once all the tempe is fried, take the opportunity to fry the sambal ingredients: sauté the garlic, shallots, and bird’s eye chilies until fragrant and fully cooked, then drain any excess oil.
- In a mortar and pestle, grind all sambal ingredients together, including the kaffir lime leaves, adding salt to taste to elevate the flavors.
- Your Tempe Garit and Sambal are now ready to be served and enjoyed as a deliciously spicy and savory dish!
Delve into this delightful pairing and savor the ultimate taste of Indonesia!
