Golden Tofu With Peanut Sauce (Tahu Goreng) Recipe

Name: Golden Tofu With Peanut Sauce (Tahu Goreng)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup roasted peanuts; 2 walnut-size shallots; 2 cloves garlic; 2 fresh red jalapeno chiles, seeded; 1/4 teaspoon dried shrimp paste (blachan) (see note); 1/4 cup water; 2 tablespoons cooking oil; 1/3 cup tamarind water (see note); 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon plum sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 package (14 ounces) regular or firm tofu; Cooking oil for frying; 1/4 pound mung bean sprouts; 1/4 cup julienned red bell pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 cup roasted peanuts
2 walnut-size shallots
2 cloves garlic
2 fresh red jalapeno chiles, seeded
1/4 teaspoon dried shrimp paste (blachan) (see note)
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1/3 cup tamarind water (see note)
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon plum sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1 package (14 ounces) regular or firm tofu
Cooking oil for frying
1/4 pound mung bean sprouts
1/4 cup julienned red bell pepper

1
Finely chop peanuts in a food processor; set aside.
2
Combine shallots, garlic, chiles, shrimp paste, and water in the food processor; process until smooth; set aside.
3
Place a wok over medium-low heat until hot.
4
Add the oil, swirling to coat sides.
5
Add shallot mixture and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 6 to 8 minutes.
6
Add chopped peanuts, tamarind water, soy sauce, plum sauce, and sugar; stir until smooth.
7
Simmer over low heat, stirring, until sauce thickens slightly, 2 to 3 minutes.
8
Remove from heat.
9
Drain tofu; cut in half lengthwise, then into 4 equal slices crosswise; cut each slice in half diagonally.
10
Place between paper towels and gently press out excess water.
11
In a wok, heat oil for deep-frying to 350 over medium-high heat.
12
Add tofu and deep-fry, turning once, until golden on all sides, 3 to 4 minutes.
13
Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
14
To serve, arrange tofu on a serving plate and garnish with mung bean sprouts and red bell pepper.
15
Reheat sauce just until warm and pour over tofu.

516

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, 2 walnut-size shallots, 2 cloves garlic, 2 fresh red jalapeno chiles, seeded, and more.

Yes, Golden Tofu With Peanut Sauce (Tahu Goreng) falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Golden Tofu With Peanut Sauce (Tahu Goreng)

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Variations & substitutions

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