Savory Indonesian Tempe Stir-Fry with Aromatic Spices
Oseng Tempe Recipe
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Tempe | 1 papan |
| Garlic | To taste |
| Shallots | To taste |
| Onion | To taste |
| Red chili | To taste |
| Green chili | To taste |
| Lemongrass | 1 stalk, bruised |
| Tamarind | To taste |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Salt | To taste |
| Saori (Soy Sauce) | To taste |
Instructions
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Prepare the Tempe: Cut the tempe into your desired shape; for this recipe, I recommend dicing it into small cubes. Heat oil in a pan and fry the tempe until golden brown, then remove it from the oil and set aside.
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Slice the Aromatics: Finely slice the red and green chilies, garlic, shallots, and onion. Bruise the lemongrass to release its flavors.
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Tamarind Mixture: In a small bowl, mix the tamarind with a little water to create a liquid.
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Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pan, heat a bit more oil and add the sliced garlic, shallots, onion, chilies, and bruised lemongrass. Sauté until fragrant.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the fried tempe to the sautéed mixture, stirring well to combine. Pour in the tamarind water and add Saori to taste. Adjust seasoning with sugar and salt as needed.
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Serve: Once everything is well mixed and heated through, serve your delicious Oseng Tempe alongside steaming hot rice for a satisfying meal.
Enjoy this ultimate dish that brings together the robust flavors of Indonesian cuisine, perfect for any meal!
