Tempeh Goreng Kicap Manis

Another malay side dish which is easy and quick to prepare.  Tempeh is a traditional soybean cake which originates from Indonesia and is known to be very healthy.

Ingredients (serves 4):
2 blocks tempeh (or 4 packets), to be cut into cubes
4 stalks fresh chillies, to be washed, pat dried and thinly sliced - add more if you want extra spicy
8 shallots, to be peeled and thinly sliced
8 pips garlic, to be peeled and thinly sliced
2 to 3 tbsps sweet soy sauce (kicap manis)
salt to taste
cooking oil

Method:
In a wok, heat enough oil for deep-frying.  Fry tempeh cubes a little at a time until almost golden.  Do not over-fry.  Remove to a tray which is lined with kitchen paper and set aside.

Pour out excess oil into a bowl and leave about 2 or 3 tbsp oil in wok.  Add sliced chillies, shallots and garlic.  Stir-fry until golden in colour.  Then, add in fried tempeh cubes and stir well.  Lastly, add sweet soy sauce and salt to taste.  Stir well before serving.

Serve as a side dish with other main dishes and rice.

Bon Appetit!