Opor Ayam Tahu Tempe
Description: Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this delightful Opor Ayam Tahu Tempe, a savory Indonesian dish that beautifully combines tender chicken, tofu, and tempeh in a rich, aromatic coconut milk sauce, perfect for serving over steamed rice.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Chicken (cut into 4 pieces) | 1/4 kg |
| Tofu | 1 block |
| Tempeh | 1 block |
| Lemongrass | 1 stalk |
| Bay leaves | 2 leaves |
| Kaffir lime leaves | 2 leaves |
| Thick coconut milk | 100 ml |
| Chicken broth | 100 ml |
Spice Paste (to be ground):
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Red shallots | 5 cloves |
| Garlic | 4 cloves |
| Roasted candlenuts | 3 pieces |
| Ginger | 1 cm piece |
| Turmeric (preferably old) | 2 cm piece |
| Galangal | 1 cm piece |
| Salt | to taste |
| Sugar | to taste |
| Flavor enhancer (e.g., Masako) | to taste |
| Cumin | a pinch |
| Fried shallots | to garnish |
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken: Boil the chicken pieces in water until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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Prepare Tofu and Tempeh: Cut the tofu and tempeh into pieces, then fry them until they are half-cooked. Drain on paper towels.
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Make the Spice Paste: Grind the shallots, garlic, candlenuts, ginger, turmeric, and galangal into a smooth paste.
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Sauté the Paste: In a pan, heat a little oil and sauté the ground spice paste until fragrant. Add the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and bay leaves.
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Combine Ingredients: Once fragrant, add the fried tofu and tempeh, followed by the boiled chicken and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
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Season the Dish: Add the flavor enhancer, sugar, and salt to taste.
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Add Coconut Milk: Once the mixture comes to a boil, gently stir in the thick coconut milk. Allow it to simmer, ensuring it doesn’t boil too vigorously to prevent the coconut milk from separating.
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Finish and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Once heated through, remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with fried shallots on top.
Enjoy this comforting Opor Ayam Tahu Tempe with steamed rice, making it an ultimate dish for any occasion!
