Indonesian Tempeh Goreng Manis with Tamarind Sauce
A classic Indonesian dish featuring crispy fried tempeh coated in a sweet soy glaze, complemented by a tangy tamarind sauce.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Marinating the Tempeh
- 1
Prepare marinade
In a bowl, mix soy sauce, ground coriander, and minced garlic.
- 2
Coat tempeh
Add sliced tempeh, ensuring even coating.
- 3
Marinate
Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Tip: Marinate tempeh overnight for more intense flavors.
Preparing the Tamarind Sauce
- 1
Dissolve tamarind
Mix tamarind paste in hot water until dissolved.
- 2
Sweeten and spice
Stir in brown sugar and chili powder.
- 3
Simmer
Simmer on low heat until slightly thickened.
Tip: Keep an eye on the glaze to prevent burning due to high sugar content.
How to Make Indonesian Tempeh Goreng Manis with Tamarind Sauce
Total time: 1 h 33 min · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Frying the Tempeh
In a deep pan, heat oil to 180°C, and fry marinated tempeh until golden brown.
- 2
Making the Sweet Soy Glaze
Heat kecap manis, palm sugar, and water in a saucepan until sugar dissolves, adding white pepper at the end.
- 3
Coating the Tempeh
Once the glaze thickens, add fried tempeh pieces, tossing to coat evenly.
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