Tumis Tahu Baso (Stir-Fried Tofu with Meatballs)
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Yellow tofu (Bandung tofu) | 5 pieces |
| Small meatballs | ½ pack |
| Chinese mustard greens (sawi hijau) | 1 bunch |
| Red onions | 2 cloves |
| Garlic | 2 cloves |
| Red bird’s eye chilies (cabe rawit) | 4 pieces |
| Red chilies (cabe merah kriting) | 6 pieces |
| Ground pepper | ½ teaspoon |
| Sweet soy sauce | To taste |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Salt | To taste |
| Flavor enhancer (optional) | To taste |
| Drinking water | 1 glass |
| Cooking oil | As needed |
Instructions
- Begin by slicing the red onions, garlic, bird’s eye chilies, and red chilies into thin pieces.
- Clean the mustard greens and yellow tofu thoroughly, then cut the greens into bite-sized pieces, slice the meatballs, and cube the tofu.
- Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and chilies, sautéing until fragrant.
- Introduce the cubed tofu and meatballs to the pan, followed by a splash of water. Allow to simmer briefly.
- Add the chopped mustard greens and the remaining water, stirring everything together.
- Season the mixture with flavor enhancer, salt, sugar, ground pepper, and sweet soy sauce. Stir-fry until the flavors meld together, tasting to adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Cook until everything is well mixed and the mustard greens are tender but not overly soft to avoid bitterness.
- Remove from heat and serve hot. Enjoy your delightful Tumis Tahu Baso! 😊😊😊
This recipe is a perfect blend of flavors and textures, bringing a delightful harmony to your meal. Happy cooking!
