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Stir-Fried Mustard Greens, Carrots, Tempeh, Eggplant, and Bean Sprouts

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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
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
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
Galangal (Laos) 1 thumb-sized piece, crushed

Instructions:

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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
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!

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