El Fogón de Frakie

f there’s a king of the Gorengan cart, it’s Tahu Isi. We take extra-firm tofu, hollow it out, and stuff it to the brim with a savory explosion of crunchy vegetables. It’s crispy on the outside, steaming soft on the inside, and best enjoyed with a bold bite of fresh chili.   Ingredients:  

• 10-12 pieces of Tahu Pong (hollow fried tofu) or firm tofu fried until golden.
• Filling: Shredded cabbage, carrots, and bean sprouts.
• Aromatics: Minced garlic, shallots, and sliced green onions.
• Batter: A mix of all-purpose flour, rice flour (for crunch), turmeric, and ice-cold water.

  Methods:  

• Sauté: Cook the garlic and shallots, then toss in the veggies until just wilted. Let it cool.
• Stuff: Sliced a small slit in the tofu and pack the veggie mixture inside.
• Dip: Dunk the stuffed tofu into your cold batter.
• Fry: Deep fry until the exterior reaches that «shattered-glass» level of crispiness.