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Prepare the ingredients.
Grind the shallots, garlic, candlenut, kencur, and red bird's-eye chili into a smooth spice paste.
Combine water, bay leaves, tempe semangit, and spice paste in a pot. Stir well and bring to a boil over medium heat.
Add lembayung leaves, salt, and palm sugar. Stir well and cook until the leaves are tender.
Pour in the coconut milk while stirring continuously. Bring to a boil and ensure everything is well combined.
Serve the spicy bobor hot.
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If you can't find tempe semangit, regular tempeh can be used, but the flavor will be less intense.
Adjust the amount of chili to your spice preference.
Can I use regular tempeh instead of tempe semangit?
Yes, you can use regular tempeh, but the flavor will be less intense.
What is kencur?
Kencur is a type of aromatic ginger commonly used in Indonesian cooking.
Can I substitute palm sugar?
Yes, you can use brown sugar as a substitute, but it will slightly alter the flavor.
Is there a substitute for candlenut?
You can use macadamia nuts as a substitute for candlenut.
How spicy is this dish?
The dish is moderately spicy due to the bird's-eye chili, but you can adjust the spice level to your preference.
