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Pan-fried Soybean Cakes Tempeh Goreng

Packed with nutrients and fiber, this Indonesian staple is a great appetizer for any day
of the week or as part of a cultural dinner party. Tempeh used to be difficult to find but
within the past few years even mainstream American supermarkets have begun to
carry this healthful product in their produce department. Tempeh is made only in
Indonesia and is always sold in long, rectangular shapes. Typically, they’re about half
an inch (12 mm) in thickness, three inches wide (8 cm) by seven or eight inches long
(20 cm). In the West, tempeh is sold in either clear plastic packaging labeled

“tempeh” or in dark green banana leaves similarly labeled. This recipe is super easy
and quick, resulting in a crisp, salty exterior, perfect for dipping with a sweet and
spicy sauce like sambal oelek or Shrimp Paste Chili Sauce.

MAKES 10-12 PIECES
PREPARATION TIME: 5-6 MINUTES
COOKING TIME: 3 MINUTES
Oil for deep-frying

1 package of tempeh (8 oz/250 g)

Sprinkling of water

2 teaspoons garlic powder

1¼ teaspoons salt