Tahu Tempe Sambal with Green Chilies
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tofu | 3 blocks |
| Tempeh | 1/2 sheet (wrapped in banana leaf) |
| Small Milkfish (bandeng) | 1 small fish |
| Small Purple Eggplants | 4 small pieces |
| Large Green Chilies (sliced) | 100 grams |
| Tomato (diced) | 1 medium-sized |
| Salt | To taste |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Oil | As needed for frying |
| Water | As needed |
Spice Paste (Bumbu Ulek):
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Green Bird’s Eye Chilies | 10 pieces |
| Shallots | 5 cloves |
| Garlic | 2 cloves |
Instructions:
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Fry the Tofu and Tempeh
- Begin by frying the tofu and tempeh until golden brown. Once fried, cut both the tofu and tempeh into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
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Prepare the Eggplant
- Cut the small purple eggplants into small pieces and fry them until soft and slightly browned. Set aside for later.
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Fry the Milkfish
- Clean the milkfish and fry it until crispy. Once done, remove the fish from the oil and shred the flesh, separating it from the bones. Set aside the shredded fish.
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Sauté the Green Chilies and Spice Paste
- Heat a little oil in a pan, then sauté the sliced green chilies. Add the spice paste (bumbu ulek) made from the green bird’s eye chilies, shallots, and garlic. Cook the mixture until fragrant.
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Add Tomatoes and Water
- Add the diced tomato into the pan and stir well. Pour in a little water and let it simmer until it comes to a boil.
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Combine Ingredients
- Once the sauce has simmered, add the fried tofu, tempeh, eggplants, and shredded milkfish to the pan. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
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Season
- Season the dish with salt and sugar to taste. Stir well and allow the mixture to cook until the sauce has reduced and thickened.
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Final Taste Check
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Once the sauce has mostly evaporated and the flavors have melded, the dish is ready.
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Serve
- Your Tahu Tempe Sambal with Green Chilies is now ready to be served! Enjoy this flavorful and spicy dish with steamed rice.
This Tahu Tempe Sambal with Green Chilies is a delightful blend of fried tofu, tempeh, and crispy milkfish, all brought together with a fragrant green chili sauce. The perfect combination of textures and flavors makes this dish a spicy and savory favorite that pairs beautifully with a side of warm rice!
