Vegan Ayam Penyet

Discover the bold flavors of Vegan Ayam Penyet, a plant-based twist on the Indonesian classic! Perfectly spiced firm tofu and tender oyster mushrooms are fried to golden perfection, then “smashed” to mimic the traditional texture of this beloved dish. The star of the recipe is the homemade sambal, a fiery, aromatic chili relish infused with garlic, shallots, galangal, and lime for a perfectly balanced kick of heat and tang. This vegan version uses turmeric and coriander to enhance the earthy flavors, making it a satisfying and flavorful alternative. Ready in just 45 minutes, Vegan Ayam Penyet is a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal ideal for spice lovers and perfect when served with steamed rice and fresh lime wedges. With its vibrant spices and sizzling sambal, this dish will transport you straight to the streets of Indonesia!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g Firm tofu
• 200 g Oyster mushrooms
• 2 tsp Turmeric powder
• 1 tsp Coriander powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 3 Shallots
• 3 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 4 Red chili
• 1 Tomato
• 1 tsp Palm sugar
• 1 Lime
• 1 inch Galangal
• 1 stick Lemongrass

Directions

Step 1

Begin by pressing the tofu to remove excess moisture. Cut the tofu into thick slices.

Step 2

Clean the oyster mushrooms and tear them into strips.

Step 3

In a bowl, mix turmeric powder, coriander powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the tofu slices and mushroom strips to the bowl, ensuring they are well coated with the spice mix.

Step 4

Peel and roughly chop the garlic cloves and shallots.

Step 5

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the tofu and mushrooms, frying until golden brown on each side. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Step 6

In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil. Sauté the chopped garlic, shallots, and galangal until fragrant.

Step 7

Add chopped red chili and tomato to the pan and cook until they soften, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 8

Add palm sugar and the juice of the lime into the mixture, stirring well.

Step 9

Once the mixture has turned into a smooth sambal, remove it from the heat.

Step 10

Using a wooden spoon, lightly press or 'penyet' the tofu and mushrooms, then serve them with the sambal on the side.

Step 11

For added flavor, serve with a slice of lime and lemongrass for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1239.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1090.0

Total Fat 60.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3682.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.8g	0%
Total Sugars 43.2g
Protein 60.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 816.1mg	0%
Iron 20.8mg	0%
Potassium 3472.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.0%

Protein: 19.7%

Carbs: 35.3%