Tempe Goreng Mercon (Spicy Tempe Fritters)
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tempe (pressed soybean cake) | 1 block (about 250g) |
| Bird’s Eye Chilies (Cabe Jablay) | 20 pieces |
| Shallots (Bawang Merah) | 5 cloves |
| Garlic (Bawang Putih) | 1 clove |
| Green Onion (Daun Bawang) | 1 stalk |
| Magic Lezat Seasoning (Penyedap) | 1 pack |
| Sugar (Gula Pasir) | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Sasa Fried Chicken Flour (Tepung Sasa) | 1 pack (adjust to portion size) |
| Water (Air) | As needed |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Tempe:
- Cut the tempe into thick slices and then carefully slit each slice in the middle, ensuring that the pieces remain attached but open like a pocket.
- (Optional: For extra flavor, you can marinate the tempe in a mixture of crushed garlic, boiled water, and salt for about 10 minutes. Afterward, drain off the excess liquid.)
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Make the Spicy Filling:
- Grind the bird’s eye chilies (Cabe Jablay), shallots (Bawang Merah), and garlic (Bawang Putih) in a mortar or food processor until smooth and well-blended.
- Add sugar and Magic Lezat seasoning to the spice paste and continue grinding until everything is well incorporated.
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Cook the Spice Paste:
- Heat some oil in a pan and sauté the spice paste until fragrant and the oil begins to separate. Let the mixture cool slightly.
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Stuff the Tempe:
- Once the spice paste is slightly cooled, carefully stuff the paste inside the slit of each tempe slice, ensuring they are filled well.
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Prepare the Batter:
- In a bowl, mix the Sasa Fried Chicken flour with water to make a thick batter. It should have a consistency that coats the back of a spoon but is not too runny.
- Add the chopped green onion (Daun Bawang) to the batter, mixing well.
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Coat and Fry the Tempe:
- Dip each stuffed tempe slice into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Heat oil in a frying pan and carefully fry the tempe until golden brown and crispy. Be sure to fry on both sides for an even, crispy texture.
- Once fried, remove from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
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Serve:
- Serve your Tempe Goreng Mercon warm and crispy as a spicy, savory snack or side dish.
Enjoy!
This spicy, crispy tempe fritter is perfect for lovers of bold flavors and will surely delight with its combination of spicy filling and crispy exterior. A simple yet flavorful dish that embodies the essence of Indonesian street food, and it pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or as an appetizer for gatherings.
Tip: You can adjust the spice level by reducing the amount of bird’s eye chilies used if you prefer a milder taste.
