Tahu Telur Javanese-Style (Pan-Fried Tofu & Egg)

Ingredients

• 250 g firm tofu
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tbsp neutral cooking oil
• 3 tbsp sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
• 1 tbsp water
• 1 clove garlic(optional)
• 0.25 tsp salt(optional)
• 0.25 tsp ground white pepper(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (10 minutes): Pat tofu dry and cut into bite-size cubes. If using garlic, finely mince it. In a bowl, lightly beat the eggs with salt and white pepper.

2. 2

   Cook (15 minutes): Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu and pan-fry, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp, about 8–10 minutes. Stir in minced garlic (if using) for the last 30–60 seconds.

3. 3

   Cook (15 minutes): Push tofu to one side of the pan. Pour in beaten eggs and scramble gently until just set, then fold together with the tofu and cook 2–3 minutes more.

4. 4

   Finish: Mix kecap manis with water and drizzle over the tofu-egg. Serve immediately.