Indonesian tempe recipes

Zesty Pindang Tempe: Indonesian Fish and Tempe Stew

Published
Oct 18, 2024
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Ingredients

Ingredient Quantity
Pindang fish (or shrimp) 1 (remove the meat)
Tempe (thickly sliced) 1 block (1 cm thick)
Garlic 1 clove (thinly sliced)
Shallots 2 cloves (thinly sliced)
Green tomatoes 3 (slightly unripe)
Galangal 1/2 inch (crushed)
Salt to taste
Sugar to taste
Water as needed

Instructions

  1. In a pot, combine the pindang fish (or shrimp), tempe, sliced shallots, garlic, and crushed galangal, excluding the tomatoes, salt, and sugar. Add enough water to cover the ingredients and adjust based on your preference.

  2. Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, add salt and sugar to taste, allowing the flavors to meld. Cook until the tempe is tender, then add the green tomatoes and allow the pot to return to a gentle boil.

  3. Once the dish is ready, turn off the heat and serve hot alongside steamed white rice. Enjoy the refreshing flavors of Pindang Tempe! 😊