Name: Authentic Tahu Goreng Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Singapore
Ingredients: *For the Tofu:**; 450 grams firm tofu (about 1 block); 500 ml neutral oil (for frying, e.g., canola or vegetable); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; *For the Peanut Sauce:**; 1/2 cup roasted unsalted peanuts; 2 cloves garlic; 1 shallot; 2 tablespoons tamarind paste; 1 cup water; 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or palm sugar); 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce (kecap manis); 1-2 red chilies (optional, for spice); *For the Vegetable Topping:**; 1 cup bean sprouts, rinsed; 1 cucumber, julienned; 2 sprigs fresh cilantro, leaves only; *For the Sambal (Optional, but recommended):**; 4 red bird's eye chilies; 1 clove garlic; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 tablespoon lime juice

Tahu Goreng 🇸🇬 Singapore

Deep-fried tofu with a peanut sauce and a mixture of vegetables, a popular street food dish.

Fried Vegetarian

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Tofu peanut sauce vegetables

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