Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tempe, diced | 1 papan |
| Tofu (yellow), diced | 1 pack |
| Red curly chilies, roughly sliced | 7 |
| Green curly chilies, roughly sliced | 7 |
| Red bird’s eye chilies, roughly sliced | 5 |
| Garlic, minced | 3 cloves |
| Shallots | 7 |
| Galangal | 2 cm |
| Salam leaves | 2 |
| Kaffir lime leaves (optional) | 2 |
| Sweet soy sauce | to taste |
| Spicy soy sauce (e.g., ABC) | to taste |
| Salt | to taste |
| Sugar | to taste |
| Pepper | to taste |
| Chicken broth powder | to taste |
Instructions
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Prepare the Tempe and Tofu: Start by frying the diced tempe and tofu until they are half-cooked, then set them aside.
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Sauté the Spices: In a pan, heat some oil and sauté the sliced chilies, garlic, and shallots until fragrant. Add the galangal, salam leaves, and kaffir lime leaves for added flavor.
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Combine and Cook: Once the spices are aromatic and wilted, add the fried tempe and tofu to the pan. Season with salt, sugar, chicken broth powder, and pepper. Drizzle in the sweet soy sauce, and if you like it spicy, add the spicy soy sauce.
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Mix and Taste: Stir everything together until well combined. Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
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Serve: Serve hot with steamed rice as a delicious side dish to complement your meal.
This savory Orek Tempe Tahu is a perfect balance of flavors, making it an ultimate addition to any dining table. Enjoy!