2. Prepare the Vegetables and Proteins:
- Blanch or steam the mixed vegetables until they are tender but still crisp. Drain and set aside.
- Slice and fry the tofu and tempeh until they are golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
3.Assemble the Gado-Gado:
- Arrange the blanched vegetables, tofu, tempeh, hard-boiled eggs, cucumber, tomato, and water spinach on a serving platter.
- Optionally, you can arrange the compressed rice cakes (lontong) or steamed white rice on the platter as well.
4. Serve:
- Drizzle the warm peanut sauce generously over the arranged ingredients.
- You can also serve extra peanut sauce on the side for those who want more.
- Garnish with shrimp crackers (krupuk) for added texture and crunch.
5. Enjoy:
- Gado-Gado is best enjoyed immediately while still warm. Mix all the ingredients together to combine the flavors and textures before eating.
Gado-Gado is a versatile dish, so don't hesitate to experiment with different vegetables and protein sources to suit your taste.
It's a wholesome and flavorful Indonesian dish that's perfect for a hearty meal or a satisfying salad.***