Stir-Fried Mustard Greens, Carrots, Tempeh, Eggplant, and Bean Sprouts (Oseng Sawi Wortel Tempe Gembus Terong dan Taoge)
This vibrant stir-fry brings together a delightful mix of vegetables and tempeh in a savory and aromatic sauce. The combination of crisp mustard greens, sweet carrots, earthy tempeh, tender eggplant, and crunchy bean sprouts offers a balance of textures and flavors that will surely excite your palate. This dish is not only a healthy option but also a delightful way to enjoy traditional Indonesian flavors with a simple stir-fry technique.
Ingredients:
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Mustard Greens (Sawi Hijau) | 1 bunch, chopped |
Carrots (Wortel) | 2 medium, sliced |
Bean Sprouts (Taoge) | 1 cup |
Tempeh (Tempe Gembus) | 200g, cubed |
Eggplant (Terong) | 1, diced |
Palm Sugar (Gula) | 1 tbsp |
Salt (Garam) | to taste |
Seasoning (Penyedap) | to taste |
Sweet Soy Sauce (Kecap Manis) | 2 tbsp |
Oyster Sauce (Saos Tiram) | 2 tbsp |
Aromatic Ingredients (to be sliced):
Aromatic Ingredient | Quantity |
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Garlic (Bawang Putih) | 3 cloves, thinly sliced |
Shallots (Bawang Merah) | 5, thinly sliced |
Onion (Bawang Bombay) | 1 medium, sliced |
Red Chili (Cabe Merah) | 2, sliced |
Bird’s Eye Chili (Cabe Rawit) | 2, sliced |
Additional Ingredients (to be crushed):
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Galangal (Laos) | 1 thumb-sized piece, crushed |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Aromatics:
- Begin by slicing the garlic, shallots, onion, and chilies. Set these aside.
- Crush the galangal with the back of a knife to release its natural oils.
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Heat the Pan:
- In a large skillet or wok, heat a bit of oil over medium heat.
- Add the crushed galangal and sauté briefly until fragrant.
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Sauté the Aromatics:
- Add the sliced garlic, shallots, onion, and both types of chilies to the pan.
- Stir-fry the mixture for 2-3 minutes until the onions become translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
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Add the Vegetables:
- First, add the carrots and stir-fry for about 2 minutes, letting them slightly soften.
- Next, add the diced eggplant and continue to stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the eggplant starts to soften.
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Incorporate Tempeh and Greens:
- Add the cubed tempeh, mustard greens, and bean sprouts into the pan.
- Stir-fry all the ingredients together, ensuring everything is mixed well.
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Season the Stir-Fry:
- Season the dish with palm sugar, salt, and seasoning (optional) to your taste.
- Pour in the sweet soy sauce (kecap manis) and oyster sauce (saos tiram), stirring to coat all the ingredients in the sauce.
- Let the mixture cook for another 3-4 minutes, ensuring everything is well-combined and the vegetables are tender but still vibrant.
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Final Taste Check and Serve:
- Taste the stir-fry and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Once all the vegetables are cooked through, and the flavors have melded together, remove from heat.
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Serve:
- Serve the stir-fried mustard greens, carrots, tempeh, eggplant, and bean sprouts with steamed rice or as a side dish to a main meal.
Nutritional Information (Approximate per serving):
Nutrient | Amount |
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Calories | 180 kcal |
Protein | 10g |
Carbohydrates | 25g |
Fiber | 5g |
Fat | 7g |
Sodium | 450mg |
Sugars | 7g |
This Oseng Sawi Wortel Tempe Gembus Terong dan Taoge is a comforting, flavorful dish that beautifully incorporates the natural sweetness of vegetables with the umami of tempeh and savory sauces. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a light lunch, it’s sure to become a staple in your Indonesian-inspired meal repertoire!