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Easy 45 min~160 kcal 4/10
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Tempe Bacem
Javanese tempeh simmered in coconut water, soy sauce, palm sugar, garlic, shallot, and coriander, then lightly fried.
Easy⏱️ 35 min📖 1 min readServes 4~300 kcal🇮🇩 Indonesian🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 20 min cook
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
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Timeline
Total 35 min- Prep15 min
- Cooking20 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
Ana malzeme
- 400 g Tempeh
For cooking
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Coconut water
Sos
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Brown sugar
Aroma
- 3 clove Garlic
- 3 Shallots
- 2 Bay leaves
Baharat
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Coriander seeds
General
- 0.6 tsp(~3 ml) Salt
For frying
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Vegetable oil
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Instructions
- 1
Cut the tempeh into thick rectangular slices.
- 2
Crush the garlic, shallots, and coriander.
- 3
Mix the coconut water, soy sauce, sugar, paste, bay leaves, and salt in a pot.
- 4
Add the tempeh slices and cook over low heat for 15 minutes.
15 min15:00 - 5
Drain the slices and cool for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 6
Fry each side in a little oil for 2 minutes.
4 min04:00 - 7
Thicken the sauce and spoon it over the top to serve.
💡 Tip: Cooking tempeh over gentle heat instead of boiling hard helps the sauce soak in.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve as a plant protein with vegetable nasi goreng, plain rice, or a cucumber green plate.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~300
kcal calories
16
g protein
28
g carbs
13
g fat
Protein 22%Carbs 38%Fat 40%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Soy
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Tempe Bacem make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Tempe Bacem take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 20 minutes; 35 minutes in total.Is Tempe Bacem difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Tempe Bacem have?
Approximately 300 kcal per serving. Protein: 16g, carbs: 28g, fat: 13g.Which allergens does Tempe Bacem contain?
This recipe contains Soy. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Tempe Bacem belong to?
This recipe belongs to Indonesian cuisine.How many ingredients does Tempe Bacem need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.
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