Editing Tempeh (section)

== Cooking methods and recipes ==
[[File:Sautéed Tempeh cropped.jpg|thumb|Sautéed tempeh with string green beans, a stir-fry Indonesian dish (''osengan'')]]
The simplest way to cook tempeh is by [[frying]]. It is both deep-fried and stir-fried. However, there are several cooking methods and recipe variations. Among others are:

==={{Transliteration|jv|Tempe goreng}}===
Perhaps the simplest and most popular way to prepare tempeh in [[Indonesia]]. The tempeh is sliced and seasoned in a mixture of ground [[garlic]], [[coriander]] seeds and salt, and then [[deep fried]] in [[palm oil]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.lestariweb.com/English/TempeTahuGoreng.php|title=Fried Tempeh & Tofu {{!}} Tahu Tempe Goreng|website=www.lestariweb.com|access-date=2018-01-19|archive-date=2018-01-20|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180120065729/http://www.lestariweb.com/English/TempeTahuGoreng.php|url-status=dead}}</ref> The tempeh might be coated in [[Batter (cooking)|batter]] prior to frying, or directly fried without any batter. Fried unbattered tempeh has a golden-brown color when done.

==={{Transliteration|jv|Tempe bacem}}===
{{Transliteration|jv|Tempe bacem}} is a traditional [[Javanese cuisine|Javanese dish]] originating in [[Central Java]]. {{Transliteration|jv|Bacem}} is a [[Javanese people|Javanese]] cooking method of [[braising]] in spices and [[palm sugar]] and boiling the food in a closed place until the water runs out.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Indonesia|first=Aplikasi|title=arti bacem adalah dalam Kamus Besar Bahasa Indonesia KBBI Online|url=https://aplikasi-indonesia.com/kbbi/bacem|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210517065019/https://aplikasi-indonesia.com/kbbi/bacem|url-status=dead|archive-date=May 17, 2021|access-date=2020-12-05|website=aplikasi-indonesia.com|language=id}}</ref> The tempeh is first braised in a mixture of coconut water, [[palm sugar]], and spices including coriander seeds, shallots, galangal, and bay leaves, and then briefly deep-fried. The result is a moist, sweet and spicy, dark-colored tempeh. Tofu may also be used, yielding {{Transliteration|jv|tahu bacem}}.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://whattocooktoday.com/tahubacem.html|title=Tahu dan Tempe Bacem (Braised Spiced Tofu and Temphe)|date=2017-07-21|work=What To Cook Today|access-date=2018-01-19}}</ref>

==={{Transliteration|jv|Tempe mendoan}}===
[[File:Tempe mendoan.JPG|thumb|Frying {{Transliteration|jv|tempe mendoan}}]]
[[File:CookedMendoan.jpg|thumb|Cooked {{Transliteration|jv|tempe garit/goreng}} (fried)]]
This variation is often found in [[Purwokerto]]. The word {{Transliteration|jv|mendoan}} originates in the [[Banyumas]] regional [[dialect]], and means 'flash-fried'. The tempeh is first dipped in spiced flour before quickly frying in very hot oil, resulting in a product that is cooked on the outside, but raw or only partially so on the inside. It has a limp, soft texture compared to the more common, crisp, fully fried tempeh.

{{Cookbook|Tempe Mendoan|position=left}}

==={{Transliteration|jv|Tempe kering}}===
Also known as {{Transliteration|jv|kering tempe}} (lit: 'dry tempeh'), or {{Transliteration|jv|sambal goreng tempe}} if mixed with plenty of hot and spicy ''[[sambal]]'' [[chili pepper]] sauce. It is a crispy, sweet and spicy, fried tempeh.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.indonesia-recipe.com/crispy-and-spicy-fried-tempe-kering-tempe/|title=Crispy And Spicy Fried Tempe (Kering Tempe)|date=2013-08-07|work=Indonesian Recipe|access-date=2018-01-19|archive-date=2018-01-20|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180120070347/http://www.indonesia-recipe.com/crispy-and-spicy-fried-tempe-kering-tempe/|url-status=usurped}}</ref> The raw tempeh is cut into small sticks and thoroughly deep-fried until no longer moist, and then mixed with palm sugar, [[chili pepper]] or other spices, or with [[sweet soy sauce]]. Often it is mixed with separately fried peanuts and [[Anchovies as food|anchovies]] ({{Transliteration|jv|ikan teri}}). This dry tempeh will keep for up to a month if cooked and stored properly.

==={{Transliteration|jv|Tempe orek}} or {{Transliteration|jv|orak-arik tempe}}===
This variation is almost identical to {{Transliteration|jv|tempe kering}}, but is more soft and moist.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://indonesianfoods-recipes.blogspot.co.id/2011/08/tempe-orek-recipe-another-classical-of.html|title=Tempe Orek Recipe {{!}} Another Classical of Cooking Tempeh|website=indonesianfoods-recipes.blogspot.co.id|access-date=2018-01-19|archive-date=2018-01-20|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180120070350/http://indonesianfoods-recipes.blogspot.co.id/2011/08/tempe-orek-recipe-another-classical-of.html|url-status=dead}}</ref> The sweet taste is due to generous addition of ''[[kecap manis]]'' (sweet soy sauce).<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.bango.co.id/resep/detail/61/orek-tempe|title=Orek Tempe|access-date=2018-01-19}}</ref>

==={{Transliteration|jv|Tumis tempe}} or {{Transliteration|jv|oseng tempe}}===
[[Stir frying|Stir-fried]] tempeh with vegetables such as green bean, basil, or onion, with spices.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://cookpad.com/id/cari/oseng%20tempe|title=4.971 resep oseng tempe enak dan sederhana|website=Cookpad|language=id|access-date=2018-01-19}}</ref> Other recipes might add [[coconut milk]] for a milky-colored, and rather moist, stir-fried tempeh.

==={{Transliteration|jv|Tempe penyet}}===
Fried tempeh mixed with ''[[sambal]]'' chili paste in a mortar and pestle. Usually served in addition to other {{Transliteration|jv|penyet}} dishes, such as ''[[ayam penyet]]'' (chicken) or ''[[iga penyet]]'' (ribs).

==={{Transliteration|jv|Tempe satay}}===
Tempeh skewered and grilled as [[satay]].

{{Transliteration|jv|Sate kere}} ([[Javanese language|Javanese]] for 'poor man's satay') from [[Surakarta|Solo]] in [[Central Java]] is made from fluffy {{Transliteration|jv|tempe gembus}}.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://cookpad.com/id/cari/sate%20tempe%20gembus|title=11 resep sate tempe gembus enak dan sederhana|website=Cookpad|language=id|access-date=2018-01-19}}</ref> Ground tempeh can also be made into a thick sauce, such as in {{Transliteration|jv|sate ambal}}, a chicken satay from [[Kebumen Regency|Kebumen]], [[Central Java]] where tempeh flavored with chili and spices replaces the more common [[peanut sauce]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://chickensatay.org/SateAmbalKebumen.htm|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120212205438/http://chickensatay.org/SateAmbalKebumen.htm|url-status=dead|archive-date=February 12, 2012|title=Recipe for Sate Ambal|website=chickensatay.org|access-date=2018-01-19}}</ref>

==={{Transliteration|jv|Kripik tempe}}===
''[[Kripik]]'' {{Transliteration|jv|tempe}} snack crackers; a thinly sliced tempeh, battered and deep fried until crispy. It is popular across Java, but notably produced in [[Bandung]], [[West Java]] and [[Malang City|Malang]], [[East Java]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Kampung Sanan, Sentra Industri Tempe yang Hasilkan Rp 1 M per Hari |url=https://kumparan.com/kumparanstyle/kampung-sanan-sentra-industri-tempe-yang-hasilkan-rp-1-m-per-hari |access-date=2022-10-28 |website=kumparan |language=id-ID}}</ref>

===Tempeh sandwich or tempeh burger===
Fried, grilled or otherwise cooked tempeh patties, sandwiched between slices of bread or hamburger buns with salad, sauces or seasonings.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.loveandlemons.com/tempeh_vegan_club_sandwiches/|title=Tempeh Vegan Club Sandwiches Recipe - Love and Lemons|date=2017-04-06|work=Love and Lemons|access-date=2018-01-20}}</ref>

<gallery class="center" mode="packed" caption="Tempeh dishes">
File:Indonesian fried tempeh.JPG|<small>The common ''tempeh goreng'' (un-battered) in [[Indonesia]]</small>
File:Tempeh.jpg|<small>Fried tempeh (battered) sold at a food court in [[Singapore]]</small>
File:Tempe bacem lauk soto Pak Marto.JPG|<small>{{Transliteration|jv|Tempe bacem}}</small>
File:Tempe Mendoan Kebumen Super Nampol.jpg|<small>{{Transliteration|jv|Tempe mendoan}}</small>
File:Sambal goreng tempe.JPG|<small>{{Transliteration|jv|Kering tempe}} or {{Transliteration|jv|sambal goreng tempe}}</small>
File:Orak-arik tempe.JPG|<small>{{Transliteration|jv|Tempe orek}} or {{Transliteration|jv|orak-arik tempe}}</small>
File:Sambal tempe penyet kemangi.JPG|<small>{{Transliteration|jv|Tempe penyet}}</small>
File:Tempe goreng snack.JPG|<small>Crispy ''[[kripik]]'' tempeh as a snack</small>
File:Menjes kacang Malang goreng.JPG|<small>Fried ''menjes kacang''</small>
File:Grilled tempeh and vegetables (7603211410).jpg|<small>Grilled tempeh</small>
File:TLT sandwich.jpg|<small>Tempeh sandwich</small> 
</gallery>