Sautéed Green Beans with Crispy Tempeh: A Flavorful Indonesian Delight
Oseng Buncis Tempe Recipe
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Green beans (buncis) | 20, trimmed and sliced diagonally |
| Tempeh | 1/4 block, diced and fried until crispy |
| Red curly chili peppers | 5, sliced |
| Shallots | 5, sliced |
| Garlic | 4 cloves, sliced |
| Salt | To taste |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Ground pepper | To taste |
| Water | As needed |
| Cooking oil | As needed |
| Oyster sauce | 1 tablespoon |
| Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis) | 2 tablespoons |
Instructions
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Begin by heating a generous amount of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, sauté the sliced shallots and red chili peppers until they soften and become fragrant.
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Add the green beans to the pan, stirring occasionally until they begin to soften, roughly 3-5 minutes.
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Season the mixture by incorporating salt, sugar, sweet soy sauce, oyster sauce, ground pepper, and a splash of water. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly combined.
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Gently fold in the crispy fried tempeh, allowing it to heat through while mixing everything until well coated in the sauce.
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Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary, then turn off the heat. Serve the Oseng Buncis Tempe warm as a delightful side dish or a main meal.
Enjoy this vibrant and flavorful dish that highlights the harmonious blend of green beans and tempeh, showcasing the ultimate comfort of Indonesian cuisine!
