Tempe Kecap (Indonesian style sweet and sticky tempeh!)

An easy Indonesian tempe dish that packs big flavour!

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Slice your tempeh, chilli and finely slice the lime leaves.

Step 2

In a small food processor or blender blend together shallots, garlic, lemongrass core and ginger or galangal into a chunky paste.

Step 3

Heat a few inches of oil in a large wok. Deep fry tempeh in batches until golden and very crispy and set aside (about 5 minutes per batch).

Step 4

Remove all oil except 2-3 tbsp from the wok and return to medium heat. Add the blended aromatics and lime leaves and fry for a few minutes til fragrant. Add chilli, tempeh and half the peanuts and fry for 1-2 minutes before adding in the kecap manis, sugar and water. Fry til everything is evenly coated then serve immediately, topping with remaining crushed peanuts. Serve with hot rice.