Tahu Telor Sambal Kecap
Tahu Telor Sambal Kecap is a vibrant and flavorful Indonesian dish featuring crispy tofu and scrambled eggs, bathed in a spicy and sweet soy sauce sambal. It’s a wonderful combination of textures and flavors that make it a versatile and delicious addition to any meal. Here’s how you can recreate this delightful dish at home.
Ingredients
- 1 block of firm tofu, cut into small cubes
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup bean sprouts (tauge), rinsed
- 2 tablespoons chopped celery (seledri)
- 2 tablespoons fried shallots (bawang goreng)
- 3 cloves red shallots (bawang merah)
- 5 cloves garlic (bawang putih)
- Salt, to taste
- 8 green bird’s eye chilies (cabai rawit hijau), or adjust to taste
- Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis), to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the Tofu: Begin by cutting the tofu into small cubes. Heat oil in a pan and fry the tofu pieces until they are golden brown and crispy. You can fry them until fully cooked or leave them slightly soft, depending on your preference. Once done, set aside.
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Scramble the Egg: In a bowl, beat the egg. Pour it into a hot, lightly oiled pan and scramble until cooked. Set the scrambled egg aside.
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Make the Sambal Kecap: Using a mortar and pestle, grind the garlic, red shallots, green chilies, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Add the sweet soy sauce and mix well to combine.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the fried tofu and scrambled egg to the sambal kecap mixture in the mortar. Stir until everything is well coated with the sambal sauce. Add the rinsed bean sprouts and mix gently to incorporate.
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Garnish and Serve: Transfer the mixture to a serving dish. Sprinkle chopped celery and fried shallots on top for added texture and flavor. Serve immediately while warm.
Enjoy this delicious Tahu Telor Sambal Kecap as a standalone dish or as a complement to your favorite rice or noodle dishes. Its sweet and spicy notes, combined with the crispiness of the tofu and the freshness of the bean sprouts, make it a truly satisfying meal.
