Low Sodium Mendoan
Enjoy a guilt-free twist on an Indonesian classic with this Low Sodium Mendoan recipe, a healthier take on the beloved fried tempeh dish. Crafted with a flavorful batter of turmeric, coriander, garlic, and shallots, this version keeps sodium in check while packing in bold, aromatic spices. A blend of all-purpose and rice flours forms the perfect coating, delivering a light, crispy texture when pan-fried to golden perfection in coconut oil. Thanks to its quick 35-minute preparation and cooking time, this dish is an ideal snack or appetizer, satisfying with its warm, savory crunch. Serve this low-sodium treat fresh from the pan and enjoy a heart-smart, plant-based delight that doesn’t compromise on taste. Keywords: low sodium mendoan, healthy Indonesian snack, fried tempeh recipe, plant-based appetizer, crispy tempeh batter.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Tempeh
- 100 grams All-purpose flour
- 30 grams Rice flour
- 180 ml Water
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 medium Shallots, finely chopped
- 1 stalk Scallions, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 200 ml Coconut oil
Instructions
Start by cutting the tempeh into thin slices, about 3 mm thick.
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rice flour, turmeric powder, coriander powder, minced garlic, chopped shallots, and black pepper.
Gradually add water to the dry mixture while stirring to create a smooth batter. It should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Fold the chopped scallions into the batter.
Heat the coconut oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Ensure there is enough oil to submerge half the thickness of the tempeh slices.
Dip each tempeh slice into the batter, coating both sides evenly, and gently place them in the hot oil.
Fry the mendoan until they are golden brown, approximately 2-3 minutes on each side.
Remove the tempeh slices from the pan and drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
Serve hot as an appetizer or snack. Enjoy your delicious low sodium mendoan!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2831 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 223.7 g | 287% | |
| Saturated Fat | 166.7 g | 833% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 63 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.4 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 75.4 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 395 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1719 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
