Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound bean sprouts (tauge)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 red chili peppers, sliced
- 2 green chili peppers, sliced
- 1 teaspoon shrimp paste (terasi)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Wok or frying pan
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the bean sprouts and drain well.
2. In a mortar and pestle, grind the garlic, red chili peppers, green chili peppers, and shrimp paste into a paste.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.
4. Add the chili paste and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add the bean sprouts and sweet soy sauce, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the bean sprouts are cooked but still crunchy.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve hot.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 5 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 70
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- If shrimp paste is not available, you can substitute it with fish sauce.
- If sweet soy sauce is not available, you can substitute it with regular soy sauce and add a teaspoon of sugar.
Variations:
- You can add sliced onions or scallions for extra flavor.
- You can add sliced carrots or cabbage for more texture.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to rinse the bean sprouts well to remove any dirt or debris.
- Don't overcook the bean sprouts, they should still be crunchy.
- Adjust the amount of chili peppers according to your preference for spiciness.
Storage instructions:
- Sambal tauge goreng is best served fresh and hot.
Reheating instructions:
- If you have leftovers, you can reheat them in a wok or frying pan over medium heat.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve sambal tauge goreng in a bowl or on a plate.
Garnishes:
- You can garnish with sliced red chili peppers or scallions.
Pairings:
- Sambal tauge goreng goes well with steamed rice and other Indonesian dishes.
Suggested side dishes:
- You can serve sambal tauge goreng with other Indonesian side dishes such as tempeh goreng or ayam goreng.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the bean sprouts are too watery, you can drain them in a colander before stir-frying.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the bean sprouts thoroughly to avoid any risk of foodborne illness.
Food history:
- Sambal tauge goreng is a popular Indonesian dish that originated from Java.
Flavor profiles:
- Sambal tauge goreng is spicy, savory, and slightly sweet.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve sambal tauge goreng as a side dish or as a main dish with steamed rice.
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Region: Indonesian