
Tofu Opor
Opor — tofu braised in lemongrass coconut milk, festive Javanese comfort. About 34 minutes from fridge to table.
Ingredients
- Saltto taste
- Garlic1 large, finely chopped
- Tofu500 g, fried
- Coconut Milk400 ml
- Kaffir Lime Leaves4
- Shallots4 cloves, minced
- Ground Coriander1 tsp
- Coconut Oil2 tbsp
- Galangal1/2 tsp
- Ground Turmeric1 tsp
- Sweet Soy Sauce400 g
Optional extras
- Fresh Cilantrohandful, to finish
Instructions
- 1
Heat the Coconut Oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- 2
Add the garlic and cook until golden and softened, 6-8 minutes, stirring so it doesn't catch.
- 3
Stir in the shallots plus the ground coriander, ground turmeric and galangal; toast for about a minute until the kitchen smells incredible.
- 4
Add the tofu, turning every piece through the spice base so it's fully coated, and sear lightly.
- 5
Pour in the sweet soy sauce, bring to a gentle bubble, then cover and simmer until the tofu is tender.
- 6
Uncover and reduce until the sauce clings to a spoon. Finish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime.
Chef's tip
Taste and adjust the salt at the end; sauces concentrate as they reduce.
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