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Spicy Nugget Tempe with Wilted Stink Beans and Sambal Delight

Published
Oct 10, 2024
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Ingredients

Ingredient Quantity
Homemade Nugget Tempe 2 pieces (preferably large)
Pete (stink beans) To taste, halved
Sambal Ingredients:
Red chili peppers (cabe rawit) 15 pieces
Garlic 1 clove
Salt To taste
Cooked shrimp paste (terasi) 1/4 teaspoon
Hot cooking oil 1 tablespoon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pete: Begin by frying the stink beans (pete) in hot oil until they are slightly wilted but still vibrant.

  2. Fry the Nugget Tempe: In the same or a separate pan, fry the homemade nugget tempe until they achieve a beautiful golden color.

  3. Make the Sambal: In a mortar, combine the red chili peppers, garlic, salt, and cooked shrimp paste. Using a pestle, pound the ingredients together until you reach a smooth consistency. Add in the hot cooking oil and mix well.

  4. Peyet the Nugget: Place the fried nugget tempe on a serving plate and gently press (peyet) them down to flatten.

  5. Garnish: Top with the fried pete and drizzle the sambal over the nuggets.

  6. Serve: Enjoy this delightful dish warm, perfect for sharing!


This recipe blends the savory goodness of nugget tempe with the unique flavor of pete, complemented by a spicy sambal, creating an ultimate culinary experience that’s sure to satisfy!