Bakso Tahu Goreng Saus Pedas
Bakso Tahu Goreng Saus Pedas is a delicious Indonesian dish featuring fried tofu balls with a spicy and tangy sauce. Perfect for a flavorful appetizer or main course, this recipe combines crispy tofu with a robust, spicy sauce for a truly satisfying meal. Follow these steps to make this savory treat:
Ingredients:
For the Tofu Balls:
- 8 pieces of white tofu
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- To taste: Royco chicken seasoning
- To taste: Salt
- To taste: Sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
For the Spicy Sauce:
- 4 cloves garlic
- 4 shallots
- 1/2 onion
- 5 red curly chilies
- 15 bird’s eye chilies
- 4 tablespoons tomato ketchup
- 4 tablespoons chili sauce
- 1 red chili, sliced thinly
- 1 stalk green onion
- 1 tablespoon salt
- To taste: Soy sauce
- To taste: Sugar
- Cooking oil
- Water
Instructions:
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Prepare the Tofu Balls:
- Start by mashing the tofu in a bowl. Squeeze out excess water to ensure the tofu mixture is firm.
- Add the minced garlic, egg, ground black pepper, sugar, and Royco chicken seasoning to the tofu. Mix well.
- Incorporate the all-purpose flour and baking powder into the mixture. Mix until fully combined.
- Shape the mixture into small, round balls according to your preference.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the tofu balls until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside.
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Make the Spicy Sauce:
- Blend the red chilies and garlic cloves with a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Lightly crush the bird’s eye chilies to release their flavors.
- In a pan, heat some oil and sauté the chopped onion until it becomes translucent.
- Add the blended chili-garlic mixture and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato ketchup, chili sauce, and a bit of water. Simmer until the sauce starts to bubble.
- Add the sugar and adjust the seasoning to taste. Stir in the red chili slices and sliced green onion.
- Allow the sauce to cook until all the flavors meld together and it reaches your desired consistency.
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Combine and Serve:
- Gently toss the fried tofu balls in the spicy sauce until well-coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional sliced red chilies and green onion if desired.
Enjoy your Bakso Tahu Goreng Saus Pedas as a delightful appetizer or a spicy addition to your meal. The crispy tofu balls paired with the zesty and fiery sauce create a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
