Spicy-Sweet Stir-Fried Tempeh and Green Beans (Oseng Tempe Buncis Pedas Manis)
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tempeh | 4 oz (half a block), diced |
| Green Beans | 2 oz, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces |
| Garlic Cloves | 3, thinly sliced |
| Shallots | 2, thinly sliced |
| Bird’s Eye Chilies | 4, sliced diagonally (adjust to your spice level) |
| Red Chilies (Curly Variety) | 2, sliced diagonally |
| Oyster Sauce | 1 tbsp (Saori brand preferred) |
| Salt | To taste |
| White Pepper | To taste |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Sweet Soy Sauce (Kecap Manis) | To taste |
| Water | As needed |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Ingredients:
Start by cutting the green beans into bite-sized pieces and rinsing them well. Dice the tempeh into small cubes. Thinly slice the garlic cloves, shallots, and chilies. -
Sauté Aromatics:
Heat a bit of oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the garlic, shallots, and chilies. Stir-fry them until fragrant and slightly golden. -
Cook the Green Beans:
Add a splash of water to the pan and toss in the green beans. Season with a pinch of salt and stir well. Taste to check the seasoning. -
Add Tempeh and Flavoring:
Next, add the diced tempeh to the pan, followed by the oyster sauce, sugar, sweet soy sauce, and white pepper. Stir everything together, ensuring the tempeh and green beans are well coated with the seasoning. Let the mixture cook for a few minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to soak into the tempeh. -
Adjust and Serve:
Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Once the tempeh is fully flavored and the green beans are tender-crisp, remove the pan from the heat. -
Serve and Enjoy:
Your Spicy-Sweet Stir-Fried Tempeh and Green Beans are ready to be enjoyed. Serve it warm as a flavorful side dish or pair it with rice for a complete meal!
Enjoy the balance of spicy, sweet, and savory in this delightful Indonesian-inspired dish!
