Indonesian tempe recipes
Sweet and Spicy Tempe Stir-Fry Delight
Orak Arik Tempe Pedas Manis
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tempe | 1 block |
| Red chili (sliced diagonally) | 3 large |
| Bird’s eye chili (sliced diagonally) | 5 small |
| Shallots (sliced thinly) | 4 cloves |
| Garlic (sliced thinly) | 2 cloves |
| Sweet soy sauce | To taste |
| Soy sauce | To taste |
| Brown sugar | To taste |
| Water | 15 ml |
Instructions
- Begin by slicing the tempe into thin pieces and frying them until they are crispy and golden brown. Set aside.
- In a pan, heat some oil and sauté the sliced shallots and garlic until fragrant, allowing their flavors to meld beautifully.
- Next, add the sliced red and bird’s eye chilies to the pan, stirring them together with the sautéed shallots and garlic to enhance their aromatic qualities.
- Pour in 15 ml of water, then incorporate the sweet soy sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir the mixture and allow it to come to a gentle boil, letting the flavors combine harmoniously.
- Once boiling, add the crispy fried tempe pieces to the pan. Let them soak up the rich sauce for a few minutes, ensuring the tempe absorbs the delightful flavors.
- Finally, remove from heat and serve warm, savoring the sweet and spicy notes of this delectable dish.
This delightful Orak Arik Tempe Pedas Manis combines the richness of tempe with a sweet and spicy sauce, perfect for a satisfying meal! Enjoy!
