Spicy Tempeh and Tofu Recipe

Name: Spicy Tempeh and Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: oil (for deep frying); 200 g tempeh, sliced thinly; 200 g tofu, cubed; 1 tablespoon dried anchovy; 3 tablespoons ketjap manis (sweet soy sauce); 3 cloves garlic; 2 shallots; 10 birds eye chiles or 1 fresh chili pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon sugar

Servings: persons

1
Grind/pound anchovies,garlic,shallots and chili into paste.
2
Deep fry cubed tofu until golden brown.
3
Set aside on paper towel to absorb excess oil.
4
Deep fry tempeh until golden brown.
5
Set aside on paper towel to absorb excess oil.
6
Heat 1 tbsp oil in wok.
7
Fry the ground/pound ingredients for 1 minute over medium heat.
8
Add kicap manis, salt and sugar.
9
Stir until sugar and salt dissolve.
10
Add fried tempeh and tofu.
11
Stir until tempeh and tofu coated with sauce.
12
Serve with rice.

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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.

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

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: oil (for deep frying), 200 g tempeh, sliced thinly, 200 g tofu, cubed, 1 tablespoon dried anchovy, and more.

Yes, Spicy Tempeh and Tofu 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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Spicy Tempeh and Tofu

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Variations & substitutions

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