3 simple sahur menu recipes, a practical way to cook without any hassle on the first day

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Brilio.net – The first moment of sahur is usually a challenge for many people. The feeling of sleepiness that is still felt requires us to prepare dishes that are not only delicious, but also quick to make. No need to be confused about looking for a complicated menu, because simple ingredients in the kitchen such as tempeh, eggs and sausage can be transformed into an appetizing meal.

Here are three choices of simple sahur menu recipes that you can practice at home so that sahur time remains calm without needing to rush.

1. Fried Tempeh with Soy Sauce

Stir-fried tempeh is a classic choice that can never go wrong. The combination of sweet soy sauce and savory sliced ​​spices makes it very suitable to be enjoyed with warm rice.

Ingredients:

400 gr tempeh, diced
3 cloves of garlic & 8 red onions, sliced
5 red bird’s eye chilies & 5 curly red chilies, sliced ​​obliquely
2 cm galangal (crushed), 2 bay leaves, 4 lime leaves
3 tablespoons sweet soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoons brown sugar
200 ml water stock & enough cooking oil

How to make:

1. Fry tempeh until cooked, then remove and drain.
2. Saute galangal, bay leaves and lime leaves until wilted.
3. Add garlic and shallots, stir until fragrant. Add all the chilies, cook until wilted.
4. Add tempeh, sweet soy sauce, salt and brown sugar. Mix well.
5. Pour in the broth, cook until the spices are absorbed and the water dries up a bit.

2. Complete Sausage Vegetable Stir Fry

If you want a dish that is more colorful and rich in fiber, stir-fried sausage vegetables are the solution. This menu combines protein from sausage with the freshness of broccoli, carrots and corn.

Ingredients:

8 sausages, sliced ​​according to taste
1 carrot (sliced ​​obliquely), 1 broccoli floret (chopped), 1 sweet corn (shelled)
1 onion (finely sliced), 5 curly chilies (finely sliced)
3 tablespoons butter for frying
2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce, 2 tablespoons tomato sauce, 3 tablespoons chili sauce
3 tablespoons peas, chopped celery leaves, pepper and salt

How to make:

1. Heat the butter, saute the onions until fragrant, then add the chilies.
2. Add all the vegetables, stir-fry briefly then pour in a little water to cook the vegetables.
3. Add the sausage, wait until the vegetables soften.
4. Add pepper, salt, tomato sauce, chili sauce and sweet soy sauce. Cook until the water reduces.
5. Sprinkle with sliced ​​celery before removing.

3. Economical Scrambled Tofu Eggs

For the menu that saves the most time and money, scrambled tofu eggs are the winner. The soft texture is very comfortable on the stomach at dawn.

Ingredients:

2 eggs, beaten well
50 grams of tofu, crushed
1 spring onion, coarsely chopped
Seasoning: 2 cloves of garlic (chopped), 4 cloves of red onion (thinly sliced), salt, sugar, pepper and chicken stock powder

How to make:

1. Saute the garlic and shallots until fragrant.
2. Add eggs, scramble until cooked.
3. Add crushed tofu, stir well.
4. Add salt, sugar, pepper and stock powder.
5. Finally, add the spring onions, stir well, and cook until fragrant.

FAQ: Tips for Preparing Practical Sahur

1. How do you store ingredients to cook sahur faster?

You can do food prep at night, such as slicing onions, chilies and vegetables, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

2. Can the stir fry menu be reheated?

Yes, but for vegetables like broccoli, the texture may become softer after heating. It’s best to finish it immediately after cooking.

3. What can you substitute for butter if you don’t have it at home?

Butter can be replaced with regular cooking oil or margarine. Butter or margarine gives a more fragrant aroma to stir-fried sausages.

4. How do you ensure that scrambled eggs don’t smell sour?

Make sure to wash the tofu thoroughly before crushing it, or soak it briefly in warm water and a pinch of salt before cooking.

5. What protein ingredients are suitable to add to the menu above?

You can add sliced ​​meatballs, chicken fillet pieces, or fried anchovies to add variety in taste and protein.

(brl/tin)