Tempe Goreng Kecap Manis Pedas (fried Tempeh With Spicy Sweet Soy Sauce)

Tempe Goreng Kecap Manis Pedas is a popular dish in Banjar Cuisine, known for its spicy and sweet flavors. This recipe combines crispy fried tempeh with a delicious spicy sweet soy sauce, creating a perfect balance of savory and sweet.

Vegetarian Gluten Free Main Course Banjar Tempeh Spicy Sweet Soy Sauce Fried
Tempe Goreng Kecap Manis Pedas (fried Tempeh With Spicy Sweet Soy Sauce)

Ingredients

  • 300g tempeh, sliced into thin rectangles
  • 1 cup cooking oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 red chilies, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon tamarind paste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the tempeh slices until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
  2. In a separate pan, heat a little oil and sauté the garlic and red chilies until fragrant.
  3. Add the sweet soy sauce, soy sauce, tamarind paste, sugar, and water. Stir well and let it simmer for a few minutes.
  4. Season with salt to taste, then add the fried tempeh to the sauce. Toss to coat the tempeh evenly.
  5. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving plate. Garnish with some sliced red chilies for an extra kick.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
20 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
12g
Fat
16g

Supplies

Frying Pan Saucepan Spatula Knife Cutting Board

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the Tempe Goreng Kecap Manis Pedas with steamed white rice and a side of fresh cucumber slices.

Tips & tricks

For an extra crunchy texture, you can double-fry the tempeh by frying it once, letting it cool, and then frying it again until crispy.

Cost

$8