From Central JavaCakes & Snacks
Tahu Bakso Ungaran (Meatball-Stuffed Tofu)
Tahu Bakso Ungaran
Tofu split and filled with beef meatball paste, then steamed until cooked. A famous souvenir snack from Ungaran, eaten as is or fried first.
- Time
- 1 hr
- Serves
- 5 people
- Origin
- Central Java
- Type
- Cakes & Snacks
Ingredients
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How to Make
Mix the beef, garlic, salt, pepper, sugar and egg white. Knead while adding the ice water little by little.
Add the tapioca and mix until the paste is springy and even.
Cut the tofu into triangles or make a slit in the middle and scoop out a little tofu.
Fill the tofu firmly and neatly with the meatball paste.
Steam for about 25 minutes until the filling is cooked.
Serve straight away, or fry briefly until golden. Eat with chillies and sweet soy.
Kitchen tip
Steamed and cooled tahu bakso keeps in the freezer for up to two weeks. Fry straight from frozen over medium heat.
Questions
Where does Tahu Bakso Ungaran (Meatball-Stuffed Tofu) come from?
Tahu Bakso Ungaran is a traditional dish from Central Java (capital: Semarang), in the Java region of Indonesia.
How long does Tahu Bakso Ungaran (Meatball-Stuffed Tofu) take to make?
It takes about 1 hr in total to make 5 servings, including preparation.
What is the secret to a good Tahu Bakso Ungaran (Meatball-Stuffed Tofu)?
Steamed and cooled tahu bakso keeps in the freezer for up to two weeks. Fry straight from frozen over medium heat.
