Tempe Kecap Non MSG
This delightful Tempe Kecap Non MSG recipe offers a harmonious blend of flavors, showcasing tempeh as a star ingredient while ensuring a delicious and satisfying dish that’s easy to prepare. Perfect as a side or a main, this dish brings warmth and comfort to any table.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Tempeh (long leaf pack) | 1 package |
| Sweet soy sauce (Kecap manis) | To taste |
| Salt | To taste |
| Palm sugar (Gula merah) | To taste |
| Water | As needed |
| Ground spices: | |
| Red shallots | 6 pieces |
| Garlic | 2 cloves |
| Whole peppercorns | 1 small packet |
| Nutmeg | ½ piece |
| Whole candlenuts | 2 pieces |
| Additional spices: | |
| Bay leaves | 3 leaves |
| Galangal | ½ cm |
Instructions
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Prepare the Tempeh: Start by cutting the tempeh into small, cube-like pieces. Once cut, fry the tempeh pieces until they are half-cooked, allowing them to develop a light golden color. This step adds a delightful texture to the dish.
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Sauté the Spices: In a pan over medium heat, add a bit of oil and sauté the ground spices until fragrant. This should take about 2-3 minutes, filling your kitchen with enticing aromas. Next, introduce the bay leaves and the galangal to enhance the flavor profile.
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Create the Sauce: Pour in water, add the sweet soy sauce (kecap manis), and sprinkle in the palm sugar. Stir well to combine all ingredients, ensuring the palm sugar dissolves completely.
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Combine Ingredients: Once the mixture begins to boil, gently add the fried tempeh cubes. Allow the tempeh to simmer in the sauce, soaking up all the flavors. This usually takes about 10-15 minutes, so keep an eye on the pot.
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Taste and Adjust: After the tempeh has absorbed the flavors, check the seasoning. Add salt or additional sweet soy sauce as needed to achieve your desired taste.
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Serve: Once the tempeh is well-coated in the savory sauce and has cooked through, turn off the heat and let it cool slightly. Serve warm, allowing your guests to enjoy the rich and satisfying taste of this Tempe Kecap.
Enjoy this Tempe Kecap Non MSG as a comforting addition to your meal, and relish in the blend of traditional Indonesian flavors that this dish brings to your table!
