Sugar-Free Mendoan
Delight in the crispy, golden goodness of *Sugar-Free Mendoan*, a healthier twist on the beloved Indonesian snack! Made with thin slices of tempeh coated in a light batter of rice and tapioca flour, this recipe blends the aromatic flavors of minced garlic, coriander, turmeric, and freshly chopped spring onions. Fried to perfection in coconut oil, each piece boasts a crunchy exterior that complements the soft tempeh inside—completely sugar-free and naturally flavorful. Ideal as a guilt-free appetizer or satisfying side dish, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and serves four. Perfect for those seeking a plant-based, wholesome treat with a boost of protein, *Sugar-Free Mendoan* is a must-try for lovers of Indonesian cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Tempeh
- 100 grams Rice flour
- 50 grams Tapioca flour
- 3 cloves Garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 stalks Spring onions, finely chopped
- 200 milliliters Water
- 150 milliliters Coconut oil
Instructions
Slice the tempeh into thin pieces, approximately 1/4 inch thick.
In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour and tapioca flour.
Add minced garlic, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt to the flour mixture.
Slowly pour in the water while stirring to create a smooth batter. Ensure there are no lumps.
Fold in the finely chopped spring onions into the batter.
Dip the tempeh slices into the batter, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Heat coconut oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the battered tempeh slices into the pan.
Fry each side for about 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove from heat and drain excess oil by placing the fried tempeh on a paper towel-lined plate.
Serve the sugar-free Mendoan warm as an appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 176.4 g | 226% | |
| Saturated Fat | 127.6 g | 638% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2419 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.0 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 69.1 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 371 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1450 mg | 31% | |
*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.
