Stir-fried Tempeh with Long Beans Recipe
Ingredients
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tempeh (medium size) | 1 block (approx. 200 grams) |
| Long beans | 1 small bundle (about 100 grams) |
| Galangal | 1 thumb-sized piece, crushed |
| Chicken bouillon (Royco) | 1 sachet |
For the Spice Paste:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Candlenuts (kemiri) | 1 tablespoon |
| Bird’s eye chilies (cabe kriting) | As desired |
| Garlic cloves | 6 cloves |
| Shallots | 7 cloves |
| Tomato | 1/3 of a medium-sized tomato |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Granulated sugar | 2 teaspoons |
| Water | 1 cup (250 ml) |
| Sweet soy sauce | 4 tablespoons |
Instructions
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Prepare the spice paste: Using a blender or mortar and pestle, blend the candlenuts, chilies, garlic, shallots, and tomato until smooth.
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Sauté the spice paste: In a pan, heat some oil over medium heat and sauté the spice paste along with the crushed galangal until fragrant. This should take around 3-5 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Add water and cook the beans: Once the paste is aromatic, add a cup of water and stir. Add the long beans and sweet soy sauce to the pan. Stir to coat the beans with the spices.
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Cook until the beans soften: Let the water reduce as the long beans begin to soften. This process should take around 10 minutes.
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Add the fried tempeh: Once the water has mostly evaporated and the beans are tender but still slightly crisp, add the fried tempeh. Stir to combine everything evenly.
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Season and finish: Sprinkle the chicken bouillon powder and sugar into the pan, mixing well. Adjust seasoning to taste. Let it simmer for a few more minutes until everything is well combined and the sauce has thickened slightly.
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Serve: Once the dish has reached the desired consistency, remove it from the heat and serve it warm with rice. Enjoy your delicious Stir-fried Tempeh with Long Beans!
This simple yet flavorful dish combines the hearty taste of tempeh with the crunch of long beans, all coated in a savory and slightly sweet sauce. Perfect for a wholesome meal any day of the week!
