Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup tapioca flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp ground white pepper
- 1 block firm tofu, cut into small cubes
- Oil for frying
Special Equipment Needed:
- Mixing bowl
- Pot for frying
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine tapioca flour, water, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground white pepper. Mix until it forms a dough.
2. Take a small piece of the dough and roll it into a ball. Flatten the ball with your palm and place a small cube of tofu in the center. Roll the dough around the tofu to form a small ball. Repeat until all the dough and tofu are used up.
3. Heat oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the cireng with tofu until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Remove the cireng with tofu from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium-high heat for frying
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 170
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Protein: 6g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Tapioca flour can be substituted with cornstarch or potato starch.
- Firm tofu can be substituted with any protein of your choice.
Variations:
- Cireng can be filled with other ingredients such as cheese, minced meat, or vegetables.
- The dough can be flavored with other spices such as turmeric, cumin, or paprika.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent the cireng from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the cireng from the oil to prevent excess oil from sticking to them.
Storage Instructions:
- Cireng with tofu can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
- To reheat, place the cireng with tofu in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the cireng with tofu on a platter with a side of sweet chili sauce or peanut sauce.
Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped scallions or cilantro for added flavor and color.
Pairings:
- Cireng with tofu pairs well with hot tea or iced tea.
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Serve with a side of steamed rice or vegetable stir-fry for a complete meal.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the cireng with tofu is too hard, add a little more water to the dough.
- If the cireng with tofu is too soft, add a little more tapioca flour to the dough.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent the cireng from being undercooked.
Food History:
- Cireng is a popular street food in Indonesia, made from tapioca flour and water.
Flavor Profiles:
- Cireng with tofu has a crispy exterior and a soft, chewy interior with a savory flavor from the tofu.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the cireng with tofu as an appetizer or snack.
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Region: Indonesian