Terik Tahu Tempe Labu Siam Jipang
Ingredients:
- 100 grams beef, sliced
- 1 chayote (labu siam jipang), cut into pieces
- 1 block tempeh, cut into pieces
- 5 pieces tofu
- 2 bay leaves
- Fried shallots, to taste
- 2 bowls coconut milk
- 1 liter water
Spice Paste:
- 4 cloves garlic
- 4 shallots
- Salt, to taste
- Sugar, to taste
- 1/2 tablespoon white pepper
- Galangal, ginger, and turmeric, to taste
- 1/4 nutmeg
Instructions:
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Boil the Beef:
- In a pot, bring the water to a boil and add the sliced beef.
- Cook the beef until it becomes tender. This may take some time, so be patient.
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Prepare the Other Ingredients:
- While the beef is cooking, cut the chayote (labu siam jipang), tempeh, and tofu into bite-sized pieces.
- Blend the garlic, shallots, salt, sugar, white pepper, galangal, ginger, turmeric, and nutmeg into a smooth paste.
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Combine and Cook:
- Once the beef is tender, add the cut tempeh, tofu, and chayote to the pot.
- Stir in the spice paste to ensure the flavors are well distributed.
- Allow the mixture to cook for a few minutes, letting the ingredients absorb the spices.
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Add Bay Leaves and Coconut Milk:
- Add the bay leaves to the pot.
- Pour in the coconut milk, stirring gently to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer until all the ingredients are cooked through and the flavors have melded together.
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Final Touches:
- Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
- Sprinkle fried shallots over the top for added flavor and texture.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Your Terik Tahu Tempe Labu Siam Jipang is ready to be served. Enjoy this comforting and flavorful dish with your loved ones.
Happy cooking, moms! This recipe combines tender beef with the unique textures and flavors of chayote, tempeh, and tofu, all enveloped in a rich and aromatic coconut milk broth. Perfect for a cozy meal at home.
