Indonesian Tahu Telur (Tofu Omelette with Peanut Sauce)

• •400 g Firm Tofu (pressed and cubed into 1/2-inch pieces)
• •4 piece Eggs
• •1 tsp Salt
• •4 tbsp Vegetable Oil (for frying)
• •1 cup Bean Sprouts (blanched briefly, or fresh)
• •1 piece Cucumber (thinly sliced or diced)
• •1 cup Roasted Peanuts (unsalted)
• •2 clove Garlic
• •1 piece Red Chili (or to taste, deseeded for less heat)
• •2 piece Shallots
• •1 tbsp Tamarind Paste (mixed with 2 tbsp hot water, strained)
• •3 tbsp Sweet Soy Sauce (Kecap Manis)
• •1 tbsp Lime Juice
• •2 tbsp Water (or more, for sauce consistency)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Tofu-Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, lightly beat the eggs and season with 1/2 tsp salt. Add the cubed tofu and gently mix to coat. Set aside.

2. 2

   Make the Peanut Sauce: In a mortar and pestle or food processor, combine roasted peanuts, garlic, red chili, and shallots. Grind or process until a coarse paste forms. Add the strained tamarind water, kecap manis, and lime juice. Mix well, adding 1-2 tablespoons of water until you reach a desired pourable consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

3. 3

   Cook the Tofu Omelettes: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Pour about a quarter of the tofu-egg mixture into the pan, spreading it slightly to form a flat omelette. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Repeat with the remaining mixture, adding more oil as needed, to make 4 individual omelettes.

4. 4

   Assemble the Dish: Place a bed of blanched bean sprouts and sliced cucumber on each serving plate. Top with a freshly cooked tofu omelette. Drizzle generously with the prepared peanut sauce. Serve immediately.

Chef's Tips

• 💡For extra crunch, you can deep-fry the tofu cubes first before adding them to the egg mixture. This adds another layer of texture.
• 💡Adjust the amount of chili in the peanut sauce to your preferred spice level. For a milder sauce, remove the seeds from the chili.
• 💡If you don't have a mortar and pestle, a small food processor works perfectly for the peanut sauce. For a smoother sauce, blend longer.