Stir-Fried Tempe with Long Beans (Tumis Tempe Kacang Panjang)
A delightful and savory Indonesian dish, Tumis Tempe Kacang Panjang combines the earthy flavor of tempe with the crispness of long beans and the subtle heat of red chilies. Perfect for a quick, healthy meal, this stir-fry is packed with textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Tempe (fermented soy cake) | 1 block (cut into cubes) |
| Long Beans (Kacang Panjang) | 4 stalks (cut into 2-inch lengths) |
| Carrot (Wortel) | 1 medium (julienned) |
| Red Chilies (Cabe Merah) | 5 chilies (sliced) |
| Shallots (Bawang Merah) | 3 cloves (thinly sliced) |
| Garlic (Bawang Putih) | 2 cloves (minced) |
| Bay Leaves (Daun Salam) | 2 leaves |
| Galangal (Laos) | 1 inch (sliced) |
| Salt (Garam) | To taste |
| Seasoning (Penyedap Rasa) | To taste |
| Sugar (Gula) | To taste |
| Water (Air) | As needed |
| Fried Shallots (Bawang Goreng) | For garnish |
Instructions
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Prepare the Ingredients: Thinly slice the shallots, garlic, red chilies, galangal, and bay leaves. Cut the tempe into small cubes, and the long beans into 2-inch pieces. Julienne the carrot.
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Sauté the Aromatics: In a hot skillet or wok, heat a little oil. Sauté the shallots, garlic, red chilies, galangal, and bay leaves until fragrant and slightly golden.
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Add Water: Pour a small amount of water into the pan, just enough to create a light simmer. This will help the flavors meld together.
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Incorporate the Vegetables and Tempe: Add the julienned carrots, tempe cubes, and long beans. Stir well to coat them in the aromatic mix. Continue to stir-fry until the vegetables start to soften and the tempe is lightly browned.
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Season the Dish: Add salt, seasoning (Penyedap Rasa), and sugar to taste. Stir everything together and allow it to cook for a few more minutes until everything is well mixed and the flavors have developed.
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Finish and Garnish: Once the vegetables are tender and the tempe is cooked through, remove the pan from heat. Serve the stir-fry in a dish, and garnish with a generous sprinkling of fried shallots for an extra layer of flavor and crunch.
This Tumis Tempe Kacang Panjang makes for a simple yet nutritious side dish that pairs beautifully with rice or can stand alone as a light meal. The combination of earthy tempe, crunchy long beans, and fragrant spices will bring the taste of Indonesia right to your table. Enjoy this flavorful stir-fry with a touch of authentic Indonesian flair!
