SEMUR TAHU

 Semur Tahu is a delightful Indonesian dish where tofu is braised in a sweet and savory soy-based sauce. It’s a comforting and flavorful vegetarian option that pairs wonderfully with steamed rice. Here’s how to make Semur Tahu at home:


Ingredients:

  • 400 grams of firm tofu, cut into cubes
  • 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil
  • 5 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 cm piece of ginger, minced
  • 2 cm piece of galangal, bruised
  • 3 kaffir lime leaves
  • 2 Indonesian bay leaves (salam leaves)
  • 2 lemongrass stalks, bruised
  • 4 tablespoons of sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of palm sugar (or brown sugar)
  • 1 teaspoon of ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 500 ml of water or vegetable broth
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • Fried shallots for garnish

Instructions:

Preparing the Tofu:

  1. Fry the Tofu: Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the tofu cubes and fry until they are golden brown on all sides. Remove the tofu and set aside.

Cooking the Semur:

  1. Sauté Aromatics: In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Sauté the sliced shallots, minced garlic, ginger, and bruised galangal until fragrant and the shallots are translucent.

  2. Add Herbs and Spices: Add the kaffir lime leaves, bay leaves, and bruised lemongrass. Continue to sauté for a few minutes to release the aromas.

  3. Add Tofu and Seasonings: Return the fried tofu to the pan. Stir in the sweet soy sauce, soy sauce, palm sugar, ground coriander, ground nutmeg, and ground black pepper. Mix well to coat the tofu with the seasonings.

  4. Simmer: Pour in the water or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Add the chopped tomatoes. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 20-30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the tofu is infused with the flavors. Stir occasionally.

  5. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt if needed.

Serving:

  1. Garnish and Serve: Transfer the Semur Tahu to a serving dish and garnish with fried shallots.

  2. Accompaniments: Serve with steamed rice and side dishes like sambal, fresh vegetables, or kerupuk (Indonesian crackers).

Enjoy your delicious and comforting Semur Tahu, a flavorful and aromatic vegetarian Indonesian dish!

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