Indonesian Tempeh Manis in Spicy Sweet Soy Sauce
A Classic Indonesian Comfort Dish
Enjoy this delightful Indonesian dish of tempeh, simmered to perfection in a spicy and sweet soy sauce infused with aromatic spices.
- 45 min
- 4
- Easy
Ingredients
For the Tempeh
For the Spicy Sweet Soy Sauce
For the Aromatics
For the Garnish
Preparation
Preparing the Tempeh
Heat the oil
Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
Fry the tempeh
Add the tempeh cubes and fry until golden brown on all sides.
Use a non-stick pan to prevent the tempeh from sticking.
Drain excess oil
Remove from pan and set aside on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
Making the Spicy Sweet Soy Sauce
Combine ingredients
In a bowl, mix kecap manis, soy sauce, tamarind paste, sugar, garlic, chili, and water until combined.
Be careful about tamarind paste as it can overpower the dish.
Adjust seasoning
Taste and adjust sweetness or spiciness as desired.
Set aside
Set aside for later use.
Cooking Process
Cooking the Aromatics
In a large pan, heat a small amount of oil and add onions, ginger, lemongrass, and lime leaves. Cook until onions are soft.
Combining the Sauce
Pour the spicy sweet soy sauce into the pan with aromatics; bring to a simmer.
Finishing the Tempeh
Add the fried tempeh cubes to the simmering sauce, coating evenly, and let it cook through for 5-7 minutes.
Plating & Serving
Indonesian Tempeh Manis in Spicy Sweet Soy Sauce
Indonesian Tempeh Manis in Spicy Sweet Soy Sauce
Plating & Serving
Serve the tempeh hot in a shallow dish, letting the sauce pool at the bottom while showcasing the glistening tempeh cubes on top.