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Nutritional Values
300kcal
12gProtein
50gCarbs
8gFat
3gFibre
200 gServing
* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.
Allergens
🫘 Soy
Jadah Tempe
How to order / say it
Say it
Jadah Tempe — [jah-dah tehm-peh]
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Can I have Jadah Tempe?
Locally
Bisa pesan Jadah Tempe?
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A popular combination of sticky rice cake and fried tempeh.
Why try it?
This Yogyakarta treat symbolizes the harmony of pairing simple ingredients to create beloved street food. It's often eaten as a snack or light meal during traditional gatherings and excursions.
How it tastes
The sticky rice, Jadah, is smooth and subtly sweet, creating a delightful contrast with the savory, earthiness of fried tempeh. A comfort food duo with contrasting textures.
Origin & History — first documented: 1950
This dish has been a favorite since the mid-20th century, originating from the rural areas around Yogyakarta. It's said to be enjoyed by locals during harvest times and festivities.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 200 g glutinous rice
- 🫘 200 g tempeh
- 🥛 100 ml coconut milk
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🫒 50 ml cooking oil
- 🍯 10 g palm sugar
Method
- 1 Cook glutinous rice in coconut milk and salt.
- 2 Slice and fry tempeh until golden.
- 3 Layer the rice with tempeh and serve.
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