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Tahu Gejrot is a popular Indonesian street food featuring crispy fried tofu cubes drenched in a vibrant, sweet, sour, and spicy tamarind sauce. This recipe brings the authentic flavors of Cirebon, Indonesia, right to your kitchen.
Press the tofu block for 15 minutes to remove excess water. Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes.
Heat 2 cups of vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F/175°C. Carefully fry the tofu cubes in batches for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
In a small bowl, combine the tamarind paste, palm sugar, and hot water. Stir until the palm sugar dissolves completely. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any impurities.
In a mortar and pestle or a small food processor, finely crush the minced garlic, chopped bird's eye chilies, and salt to form a coarse paste.
Transfer the chili-garlic paste to a serving bowl. Pour in the strained tamarind mixture and the sweet soy sauce. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Arrange the fried tofu cubes on a serving plate. Pour the spicy tamarind sauce generously over the tofu.
Serve immediately and enjoy the crispy tofu with its flavorful sauce.
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