Tempe Goreng: Deep Fried Tempeh (Vegan)

Step 1

Cut the tempeh into small slices, according to the size of your preference. Set aside.

Step 2

Using a mortar and pestle, pound into a fine paste: garlic, coriander, turmeric and salt.

Step 3

Add water to the garlic paste, mix thoroughly (if using a blender or food processor, blend all the spices and water together).

Step 4

Press the tempeh pieces lightly into the spice paste mix one by one, then marinate for about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Heat the cooking oil in a deep frying pan over medium flame.

Step 6

Fry the tempeh until it turns golden, around 3 minutes each side.

Step 7

Place the tempeh on a plate covered with a paper towel to absorb the excess oil.

Step 8

Transfer the fried tempeh onto a serving plate.