Vegetarian Batagor (Indonesian Fried Fish Dumplings)

Experience the irresistible crunch and bold flavors of Vegetarian Batagor, a plant-based twist on the classic Indonesian fried fish dumplings! Made with protein-packed tofu and tempeh, these golden-brown bites are bursting with umami, thanks to a savory blend of minced garlic, shallots, and soy sauce. The dumplings are crisped to perfection in peanut oil and paired with a rich, spicy peanut sauce featuring kecap manis, lime juice, and a touch of cayenne for a zesty kick. This easy, 30-minute recipe transforms a beloved Indonesian street food into a vegetarian-friendly delight, perfect for snacking, appetizers, or as a party favorite. Serve warm and enjoy the harmonious balance of crispy, nutty, and tangy flavors that will transport you straight to the bustling streets of Indonesia!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams firm tofu
• 100 grams tempeh
• 100 grams all-purpose flour
• 50 grams cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 pieces shallots, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 100 milliliters water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
• 500 milliliters peanut oil
• 3 tablespoons peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons kecap manis (sweet soy sauce)
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar

Directions

Step 1

Cut the tofu and tempeh into small cubes.

Step 2

In a food processor, blend the tofu, tempeh, minced garlic, and shallots until smooth.

Step 3

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add flour, cornstarch, baking powder, soy sauce, water, salt, and white pepper. Mix until well combined to form a dough-like consistency.

Step 4

Using your hands, form small balls or dumpling shapes with the mixture.

Step 5

Heat the peanut oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Carefully add the dumplings to the oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Step 7

For the sauce, in a small bowl, combine peanut butter, kecap manis, lime juice, cayenne pepper, and sugar. Mix well until smooth.

Step 8

Serve the vegetarian batagor warm with the spicy peanut sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1248.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5641.3

Total Fat 520.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4935.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 187.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 29.5g
Protein 68.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 508.0mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 1470.2mg	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: 82.1%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 13.1%