Fried Tempeh (Tempe Goreng)

Ingredients

• Tempeh 400 g
• Garlic 4 cloves (16 g)
• Coriander seeds 1 tsp
• Ground turmeric 1/2 tsp
• Salt 1.5 tsp (9 g)
• Water 150 ml
• Vegetable oil, for frying 500 ml

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut the tempeh into slices about 1 cm thick.

2. 2

   Pound or blend the garlic, coriander seeds, turmeric and salt into a paste and stir it into the water.

3. 3

   Soak the tempeh slices in the seasoned water for 15-20 minutes, turning once, then drain and pat dry.

4. 4

   Heat the oil in a wok or deep pan to about 175C.

5. 5

   Fry the tempeh in batches for 4-5 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and crisp at the edges.

6. 6

   Drain on paper towels and serve hot with rice, sambal or as a side.