Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 block of firm tofu, drained and cut into small cubes
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 2 red chili peppers, finely chopped
- 2 green chili peppers, finely chopped
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1 tablespoon of lime juice
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
Special equipment needed:
- None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a bowl, mix together the garlic, shallots, red and green chili peppers, tomato, lime juice, vegetable oil, salt, and sugar.
2. In a separate pan, heat up some oil and fry the tofu cubes until they are golden brown.
3. Once the tofu is cooked, add it to the bowl with the sambal dabu-dabu mixture.
4. Mix everything together until the tofu is coated in the sambal dabu-dabu sauce.
5. Serve immediately.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- None
Serving size:
- 2-3 people
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 8g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- If you can't find firm tofu, you can use extra firm tofu instead.
- If you don't have red and green chili peppers, you can use any type of chili pepper you have on hand.
Variations:
- You can add other vegetables to the sambal dabu-dabu mixture, such as cucumber or bell peppers.
- You can also add some chopped peanuts for extra crunch.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to drain the tofu well before frying it, otherwise it will be too watery.
- If you want a spicier sambal dabu-dabu, add more chili peppers.
Storage instructions:
- This dish is best served fresh and should not be stored.
Reheating instructions:
- None
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the sambal dabu-dabu tofu in a small bowl or on a plate.
Garnishes:
- You can garnish the dish with some chopped cilantro or green onions.
Pairings:
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or noodles.
Suggested side dishes:
- A simple salad or some stir-fried vegetables would be a great side dish for this recipe.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sambal dabu-dabu is too spicy, you can add more sugar to balance out the heat.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the tofu thoroughly before adding it to the sambal dabu-dabu mixture.
Food history:
- Sambal dabu-dabu is a traditional Indonesian condiment that is typically made with chili peppers, tomatoes, and lime juice.
Flavor profiles:
- This dish is spicy, tangy, and slightly sweet.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the sambal dabu-dabu tofu as a main dish or as a side dish.
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Region: Indonesian