Comro Tempe Hot: A Savory Indonesian Delight
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Large cassava (singkong) | 1, peeled, washed, and grated |
| Butter | 1 tbsp |
| Tempe (large, the size of a palm) | 2 pieces, cut into 5 portions |
| Lemongrass (sereh) | 1 stalk, bruised |
| Kaffir lime leaf (daun jeruk) | 1 leaf |
| Green onion (daun bawang) | 1 stalk, finely sliced |
| Seasoning (penyedap) | To taste |
| Sugar | A pinch |
| Salt | To taste |
For the Spice Paste (Bumbu Halus):
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shallots (bawang merah) | 6 pieces |
| Garlic (bawang putih) | 4 cloves |
| Black pepper (merica) | 1/2 tsp |
| Curly red chili (cabe keriting) | 6 pieces |
| Bird’s eye chili (cabe rawit) | 10 pieces |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Tempe:
- Slice the tempe into 5 even pieces per plate.
- Heat oil in a pan, and fry the tempe until golden brown and crispy. Remove and let it cool, then gently crush it into a coarse mixture with a mortar and pestle.
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Sauté the Aromatics:
- Heat some oil in a skillet, and sauté the finely ground spice paste (bumbu halus) until fragrant.
- Add the bruised lemongrass and kaffir lime leaf, stir until aromatic, and then season with salt, sugar, and your chosen seasoning (penyedap).
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Combine the Tempe:
- Add the crushed tempe into the pan and stir until well coated with the spices.
- Finish by adding the sliced green onion and adjusting the taste as necessary. Set aside.
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Prepare the Cassava Dough:
- In a bowl, mix the grated cassava with the butter until well combined.
- Take small portions of the mixture, flatten them into discs, and place a spoonful of the tempe mixture in the center.
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Shape and Fry the Comro:
- Fold the edges of the cassava around the filling to form small patties or as desired.
- Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the comro until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serve the Comro Tempe Hot as a warm snack or appetizer, perfect with a cup of tea or as a side dish. Enjoy the savory flavor and crispy texture of this beloved Indonesian treat!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: Approx. 220 kcal
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fat: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
Feel free to adjust the seasoning and spice levels to suit your taste preferences!
