4 Delicious Recipes for Tofu and Tempeh Without Coconut Milk That You Must Try!

Kapanlagi.com - Tofu and tempeh, two inseparable food ingredients, always take center stage in Indonesian cuisine! Both are the main choices that can be processed into various dishes according to our tastes.

Who doesn't know tofu and tempeh cooked with coconut milk? The thick and savory coconut milk broth can indeed delight the palate. However, don't be mistaken! Tofu and tempeh have many other ways to be transformed into equally tempting dishes.

We present several alternative recipes for tofu and tempeh dishes without coconut milk that are definitely delicious and appetizing. Let's check out new cooking inspirations that you can try at home! Reported by Kapanlagi.com from Fimela, Wednesday (February 26, 2025).

1. Recipe for Clear Broth Tofu Tempeh Vegetable

The recipe you made sounds delicious! Here are more detailed steps to make the cooking process easier:

Ingredients:
- 100 grams of tofu
- 100 grams of tempeh
- 50 grams of carrots
- 2 cloves of garlic (finely chopped)
- 2 shallots (finely chopped)
- 1 stalk of green onion (sliced lengthwise)
- Salt to taste
- Sugar to taste
- Powdered broth to taste
- Enough water for boiling

Cooking Steps:
1. Preparation of Ingredients:
- Cut the tofu and tempeh into small cubes.
- Slice the carrots thinly.
- Cut the green onion lengthwise.

2. Sauté the Spices:
- Heat a little oil in a pan.
- Sauté the garlic and shallots until fragrant and golden brown.

3. Boil the Vegetables:
- In a separate pot, boil water until it reaches a boil.
- Add the tofu, tempeh, and carrots into the pot. Boil until all the ingredients are cooked (about 5-7 minutes).

4. Mix and Season:
- After the ingredients are cooked, remove and drain.
- Mix the sautéed spices into the pot containing the tofu, tempeh, and carrots.
- Season with salt, sugar, and powdered broth to taste. Stir well until all the ingredients are mixed properly.

5.Finishing:
- Add chopped green onions to the mixture. Stir again.
- Taste the broth, adjust the flavor if necessary.

6.Serve:
- Serve this warm dish in a bowl. Enjoy with white rice or as a side dish.

Happy cooking and enjoy this delicious dish! If you have any further questions or need recipe variations, feel free to ask.

2. Betawi Tofu Tempeh Stew Recipe

Here are the more detailed steps to make a spiced tofu-tempe dish:

Ingredients:
- 200 grams of tofu, diced
- 200 grams of tempe, diced
- 2 potatoes (optional), diced
- 3 shallots, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 3 candlenuts
- 1 cm ginger
- 2-3 stalks of lemongrass, smashed
- 2-3 bay leaves
- 2-3 cloves
- 1 stick of cinnamon
- 500 ml of water
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Sugar to taste
- Oil for frying

Steps:
1.Preparation of Ingredients: Cut the tofu, tempe, and potatoes (if using) into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.

2.Frying: Heat oil in a pan, fry the tofu, tempe, and potatoes until golden brown. Remove and drain.

3.Making the Spice Paste: In a blender, puree the garlic, candlenuts, and ginger.

4.Sautéing the Spices: Heat a little oil in a clean pan, sauté the sliced shallots until fragrant. Add the spice paste and sauté until aromatic.

5. Adding Whole Spices: Add cloves, cinnamon, lemongrass, and bay leaves. Cook the spices until all the flavors blend.

6. Adding Water: Pour water into the pan and let it boil.

7. Seasoning: Once boiling, add salt, pepper, and sugar to taste. Stir well.

8. Cooking Tofu and Tempeh: Add the pieces of tofu and tempeh into the spice broth. Cook on low heat until the spices are absorbed and the broth thickens slightly.

9. Tasting: Taste the broth and adjust the flavor according to your preference. If necessary, add salt, pepper, or sugar.

10. Serving: Lift and serve the tofu-tempeh dish in a bowl. This dish is best served with warm rice.

Enjoy this richly flavored tofu-tempeh dish! Be sure to share with family and friends so everyone can savor its deliciousness!

3. Fried Tofu Tempeh Stir-Fry Recipe

Here are the steps to make a delicious dish using the ingredients you have prepared:

Ingredients:
- 100 grams of tempeh, thinly sliced
- 100 grams of tofu, fried until golden
- 2 stalks of green onions, cut into long pieces
- 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- Salt to taste
- Ground pepper to taste
- A little sugar
- Enough water to add moisture
- Cooking oil for sautéing and frying

Steps:
1. Preparing Tempeh: Soak the sliced tempeh in a saltwater solution for a few minutes, then drain.

2. Frying Tempeh: Heat oil in a pan, fry the tempeh until dry and golden. Remove and drain.

3. Sautéing Garlic: In the same pan, sauté the chopped garlic until fragrant.

4. Adding Tofu: Add the fried tofu into the pan and mix well with the garlic.

5. Adding Green Onions: Add the green onions, salt, ground pepper, and a little sugar. Stir all the ingredients until well combined.

6.Correct Moisture: If the mixture feels too dry, add a little water and cook until the green onions wilt.

7.Add the Tempeh: After the green onions wilt, add the fried tempeh to the mixture. Stir again until all the ingredients are perfectly combined.

8.Taste: Don't forget to taste the dish and adjust the salt or other seasonings if needed.

9.Serve: Remove from the pan and serve while warm. This dish is great enjoyed as a side dish with rice.

Happy cooking! This dish is sure to whet your appetite.

4. Spicy Sweet Long Beans Tofu Tempeh Stir-Fry Recipe

Here is the complete recipe for a delicious tempeh and tofu dish:

Ingredients:
- 200 grams of tempeh, diced and fried
- 200 grams of tofu, diced and fried
- 2 tablespoons of cooking oil
- 3 shallots, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 red chilies, sliced diagonally
- 3 bird's eye chilies, sliced diagonally (to taste)
- 100 grams of long beans, cut into pieces
- 1 piece of galangal, crushed
- 1-2 glasses of water
- 1 teaspoon of salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 fresh tomato, diced
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 kaffir lime leaves
- 1 teaspoon of sugar (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon of chicken broth powder (optional)
- 2 tablespoons of sweet soy sauce

Cooking Instructions:
1.Heat the Oil: In a pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat.
2.Sauté the Spices: Sauté the shallots and garlic until fragrant and golden brown.
3.Add the Chilies: Add the red chilies and bird's eye chilies, stir well.
4.Add the Vegetables: Add the long beans and galangal that have been cut. Stir until the long beans are slightly wilted.
5.Pour in Water: Add enough water and let it boil.
6. Seasoning: After the water boils, add salt, chopped tomatoes, bay leaves, and lime leaves. Stir well.
7. Add Tempe and Tofu: Add the fried tempe and tofu. Stir until all the ingredients are well mixed.
8. Final Touch: Add sugar, chicken broth powder, and sweet soy sauce. Stir again and cook until the spices are absorbed and the broth thickens slightly.
9. Serve: Remove and serve this delicious dish while warm, enjoy it with white rice and family!

Happy cooking! May this dish become your family's favorite!

(kpl/rao)