Cirebon-Style Sweet-Sour Tofu

Tahu Gejrot

Ingredients

Tofu: 400g firm tofu (cut into 1-inch cubes). Sauce: 8 shallots (thinly sliced), 5 red chilies (chopped), 3 garlic cloves (minced), 100g palm sugar, 3 tbsp tamarind paste, 2 tbsp sweet soy sauce, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 cup water. Garnish: Fried shallots, celery leaves.

Detail Steps and Procedure

1. Fry Tofu: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry tofu cubes until golden and crispy (5-7 minutes). Drain on rack.

2. Make Sauce: In saucepan, combine water, palm sugar, tamarind, sweet soy sauce, salt. Heat until sugar dissolves.

3. Add Aromatics: Add sliced shallots, chilies, garlic to sauce. Simmer 2-3 minutes until shallots soften slightly.

4. Combine: Place fried tofu in serving dish. Pour warm sauce over tofu.

5. Garnish: Sprinkle with fried shallots and celery leaves.

6. Serve: Best served immediately while tofu is still crispy.

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