Indonesian tempe recipes
Spicy Tempe Orek with Long Beans
Recipe Title: Tempe Orek Kacang Panjang (Stir-Fried Tempe with Long Beans)
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tempe (cut into small pieces) | 1 block |
| Garlic | 2 cloves |
| Shallots | 4 cloves |
| Red curly chilies | 2 |
| Candlenuts (Kemiri) | 3 pieces |
| Ground black pepper | 1 tablespoon |
| Sweet soy sauce (Kecap Manis) | To taste |
| Long beans (Kacang Panjang), cut into pieces | 10 beans |
Instructions:
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Heat oil in a pan and fry the tempe pieces until crispy and golden brown. |
| 2 | Cut the long beans into smaller pieces and wash them thoroughly. |
| 3 | In a mortar or blender, grind the garlic, shallots, candlenuts, and red chilies into a smooth paste. |
| 4 | In the same pan, sauté the ground spice mixture until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. |
| 5 | Add the long beans to the pan, then pour in just a small amount of water (enough to help them cook without making the mixture too soupy). Let the beans soften and cook through. |
| 6 | Once the beans are tender, add the fried tempe, sweet soy sauce, and ground black pepper. Stir well to coat the ingredients evenly with the sauce. |
| 7 | Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary (add more soy sauce or pepper as desired). |
| 8 | Serve hot and enjoy! |
This delicious, savory dish, Tempe Orek Kacang Panjang, combines the nutty, crispy tempe with the sweet and spicy flavor of long beans, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Ideal as a side dish for any meal, it’s quick, easy, and packed with deliciousness. Enjoy!
