Indonesian tofo recipes
Savory Stir-Fried Beef Tripe and Tofu with Spices
Oseng Cecek dan Tahu: A Flavorful Indonesian Stir-Fry
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cecek (beef tripe) | 1/4 kg |
| Tahu (tofu) | 2 blocks |
| Spices | |
| Garlic | 3 cloves |
| Shallots | 5 bulbs |
| Red chili | 1 |
| Green chili | 1 |
| Galangal | to taste |
| Tomato | 1 |
| Additional Seasonings | |
| Cooking oil | for sautéing |
| Water | as needed |
| Soy sauce | to taste |
| Sugar | to taste |
| Salt | to taste |
| Masako (seasoning) | to taste |
| Pepper | to taste |
Instructions
- Begin by thoroughly washing and slicing the cecek into bite-sized cubes. Likewise, cut the tofu into small, even cubes.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat, and fry the tofu until it’s half-cooked. Once done, remove it from the pan and set aside in a bowl.
- In the same pan, sauté all the spices—garlic, shallots, red chili, green chili, and galangal—until fragrant and aromatic.
- Add the cecek and tofu to the pan, stirring briefly to combine, then pour in a little water.
- Season with the additional ingredients: soy sauce, sugar, salt, Masako, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer until the cecek is tender.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary to achieve your desired flavor profile.
- Serve hot with steamed rice for a delightful meal. Enjoy your Oseng Cecek dan Tahu! 😊
This dish beautifully marries the rich flavors of Indonesian cuisine with simple, wholesome ingredients, making it perfect for any occasion.
