Vegan Indonesian Tempeh Curry (Print View)
Savory tempeh with spiced coconut sauce, vibrant veggies, and bold Indonesian aromas. Plant-based, hearty, and flavorful.
# What You'll Need:
→ Curry Paste
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1 white onion, chopped
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
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1 tomato, chopped
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1 tablespoon turmeric powder
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1 tablespoon coriander seeds
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2 teaspoons cumin seeds
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1 teaspoon tamarind paste
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1 red chilli, chopped
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10 cashew nuts
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2 cloves garlic
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1 stalk lemongrass, trimmed and roughly chopped
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1 tablespoon coconut sugar
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2 kaffir lime leaves
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juice of 1 lime
→ Curry
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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2 carrots, peeled and shredded
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200 millilitres vegetable stock
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400 grams tempeh, sliced
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1 red chilli, finely sliced
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1 red pepper, sliced
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200 grams tenderstem broccoli, halved
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400 millilitres coconut milk
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4 spring onions, sliced
# Directions:
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Combine onion, ginger, tomato, turmeric powder, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, tamarind paste, chilli, cashew nuts, garlic, lemongrass, coconut sugar, kaffir lime leaves, and lime juice in a blender. Blend until smooth and set aside.
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Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add red pepper, shredded carrot, and broccoli. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften.
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Add prepared curry paste to the saucepan. Sauté together for another 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the spices to release their aroma.
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Pour in vegetable stock and coconut milk. Stir well to combine, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook for 5 to 6 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly.
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Meanwhile, heat the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Arrange sliced tempeh in a single layer and fry for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden and crisp.
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Divide curry among serving bowls. Top with fried tempeh, garnish with spring onions and sliced red chilli, then serve immediately.
# Notes:
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For enhanced flavor, allow the curry paste to rest for 10 minutes before cooking.