Stir-Fried Tempeh with Sweet Soy Sauce (Tempe Tumis Kecap)
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tempeh (cut into small cubes) | 1 block |
| White tofu (cut into small cubes) | 5 pieces |
| Kaffir lime leaves | 3 leaves |
| Garlic (minced) | 4 cloves (2 crushed, 2 thinly sliced) |
| Sweet soy sauce (Kecap Manis) | To taste |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Salt | To taste |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Tempeh and Tofu:
- Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the cubed tempeh and tofu until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
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Sauté the Garlic:
- In a mortar, crush 2 cloves of garlic until smooth. Thinly slice the remaining 2 cloves.
- Heat a little oil in the same pan and add the crushed garlic first, followed by the sliced garlic. Stir-fry until fragrant.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Add the fried tempeh and tofu back into the pan. Stir well to coat with the garlic.
- Pour in the sweet soy sauce (Kecap Manis) according to your taste and mix until the tofu and tempeh are evenly coated.
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Simmer with Flavor:
- Add a splash of water to the pan and toss in the kaffir lime leaves. Allow the mixture to simmer until the water is absorbed, and the flavors meld together.
- Season with sugar and salt to taste.
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Serve:
- Once the sauce has thickened and coated the tempeh and tofu well, remove from heat.
- Serve your delicious Tempe Tumis Kecap with steamed rice or as a side dish. Enjoy!
This simple yet flavorful dish brings out the perfect balance of savory and sweet with the richness of fried tempeh and tofu. The addition of kaffir lime leaves adds an aromatic depth to the dish, making it an ideal quick meal or side dish for family dinners.
