Indonesian Tahu Telur (Tofu Omelette with Peanut Sauce)
A popular Indonesian street food, Tahu Telur features a crispy fried tofu and egg omelette served over fresh bean sprouts and cucumber, all generously drizzled with a rich, savory-sweet peanut sauce. It's a delightful blend of textures and robust flavors.
by anne hamdaliIngredients
- •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
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
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
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
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.
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