Tempe orek

Tempe orek is one of the most common ways how to prepare tempeh in Indonesia. This protein-rich soy product was invented in Indonesia, and it is commonly used as the main or additional ingredient in numerous dishes. In this version, a block of tempeh is sliced and stir-fried with the subtly sweet Indonesian soy sauce (kecap manis) and various other ingredients that typically include sliced chili peppers, onions, garlic, kefir lime leaves, galangal, tamarind juice, and palm sugar.

Tempeh is glazed and coated with the sauce, and the dish is traditionally served with steamed rice on the side.