Tahu Balado Recipe
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Yellow Tofu | 1 pack |
| Shallots | 4 pieces |
| Garlic | 2 cloves |
| Red Chili Peppers | To taste |
| Bird’s Eye Chili | To taste |
| Candlenuts | 2 pieces |
| Lime Leaves | A few |
| Salt | To taste |
| Water | As needed |
Instructions
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Prepare the Tofu: Begin by frying the yellow tofu until it is half cooked, achieving a light golden color. Set aside.
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Make the Spice Paste: In a blender, combine the shallots, garlic, red chili peppers, bird’s eye chili, and candlenuts. Blend until you achieve a smooth paste.
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Sauté the Paste: Heat a little oil in a pan and sauté the blended spice paste until fragrant and fully cooked, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the half-cooked tofu to the pan, gently mixing to ensure that the tofu is evenly coated with the spice paste.
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Add Liquid: Pour in a small amount of water and continue to stir. Allow the mixture to simmer until the water starts to boil.
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Season to Taste: Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with salt as needed.
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Serve: Once the flavors meld together and the dish is fragrant, it is ready to be served. Enjoy your Tahu Balado with steamed rice for a delicious meal!
This Tahu Balado captures the ultimate blend of flavors, perfect for any culinary enthusiast looking to delve into Indonesian cuisine!
