Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 pieces of tofu
- 100 grams of ground peanuts
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 shallots, minced
- 2 red chilies, minced
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of chicken powder
- 1 egg
- 100 ml of water
- Cooking oil for frying
Special equipment needed:
- Frying pan
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Knife
- Cutting board
Step-by-step instructions:
a. Cut the tofu in half and scoop out the center to make a hole.
b. In a mixing bowl, combine ground peanuts, garlic, shallots, red chilies, salt, sugar, chicken powder, egg, and water. Mix well.
c. Fill the tofu with the peanut mixture.
d. Heat the cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
e. Fry the stuffed tofu until golden brown.
f. Serve hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
5. Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 250
Fat: 18 g
Protein: 10 g
Carbohydrates: 14 g
Fiber: 3 g
Substitutions for ingredients:
a. Ground peanuts can be substituted with almond flour or cashew flour.
b. Red chilies can be substituted with green chilies or jalapenos.
Variations:
a. Add chopped scallions to the peanut mixture for extra flavor.
b. Use tofu puffs instead of regular tofu for a different texture.
Tips and tricks:
a. Use a spoon to scoop out the center of the tofu.
b. Make sure the peanut mixture is well mixed before stuffing the tofu.
c. Use a slotted spoon to remove excess oil from the fried tofu.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover tofu isi in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the tofu isi in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the tofu isi on a bed of lettuce or with a side of steamed rice.
Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped scallions or cilantro.
Pairings:
Pair with a side of stir-fried vegetables or a simple cucumber salad.
Suggested side dishes:
a. Stir-fried bok choy
b. Steamed broccoli
c. Cucumber salad
Troubleshooting advice:
a. If the peanut mixture is too dry, add more water.
b. If the tofu breaks during stuffing, use toothpicks to hold it together.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the tofu is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
Tahu isi kacang dan bawang is a popular Indonesian street food that originated in Java.
Flavor profiles:
Savory, nutty, and slightly spicy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve hot as an appetizer or snack.
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Region: Indonesian