Spicy Stir-Fried Mushrooms and Tofu (Tumis Jamur Tahu Pedas)
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| White mushrooms (fresh) | 1 package |
| Firm tofu | 2 blocks |
| Garlic cloves | 3 cloves |
| Red curly chili (Cabai merah keriting) | 2 pieces |
| Red bird’s eye chili (Cabai rawit merah) | 12 pieces |
| Cooking oil | 1 tablespoon |
| Water | As needed |
| Salt | A pinch |
| Chicken stock powder (Royco) | A pinch |
Instructions
-
Prepare the mushrooms and tofu: Start by removing the stems of the white mushrooms. Shred them into smaller pieces and wash thoroughly under running water. Drain and set aside. Dice the tofu into bite-sized cubes and rinse under cold water to clean.
-
Slice the aromatics: Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves. Slice the red curly chili and red bird’s eye chili into thin pieces. Adjust the amount of chili if you’d like a milder dish.
-
-
Start the stir-fry: Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, sauté the sliced garlic and chilies until fragrant and slightly golden, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
-
Add tofu and mushrooms: Toss the tofu cubes into the pan, stirring gently to avoid breaking them. Add the shredded mushrooms, stirring to combine all ingredients. Pour in a little water (about 2-3 tablespoons) to help cook the mushrooms evenly.
-
Season the dish: Sprinkle in a pinch of salt and chicken stock powder (Royco) for seasoning. Stir everything together and taste the dish. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.
-
Simmer and serve: Allow the dish to simmer until the water has reduced and the tofu and mushrooms are cooked through, typically about 5-7 minutes. Once done, remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish.
-
Serve: Enjoy your Spicy Stir-Fried Mushrooms and Tofu as a delicious side or a vegetarian main dish, perfect with steamed rice.
This recipe for Tumis Jamur Tahu Pedas delivers a delightful balance of heat and savory flavors, perfect for lovers of spicy and earthy dishes. The tender tofu combined with the meaty mushrooms makes for a satisfying, protein-rich meal that’s quick and easy to whip up on any weeknight!
