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  • Опубліковано 23 лис 2021
  • We’re back with another episode of It’s Alive and today Brad is joined by a true expert in the field of fermentation, Sandor Katz, for some fried tempeh with a side of DIY construction. Sandor shows Brad how to build an effective fermentation chamber with just a few materials before breaking down how easy it can be to create an environment where soybeans turn into a firm, sliceable, friable delight.
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  • @keisukekobayashi1105
    @keisukekobayashi1105 2 роки тому +1355

    Wow this is the quietest Brad I’ve ever seen. Sandor must be like the god of fermentation station.

    • @colonagray2454
      @colonagray2454 2 роки тому +17

      Shoot your right hes so attentive too

    • @jimkaznosky3132
      @jimkaznosky3132 2 роки тому +53

      Sandor is a legend.

    • @sauersaxon
      @sauersaxon 2 роки тому +78

      or Sandor just incessantly talks, which is the case

    • @jacobjuenger4454
      @jacobjuenger4454 2 роки тому +81

      Brad is a smart enough guy to shut up when an absolute legend and expert in their field is around. It just doesn't happen often lmao

    • @gab.lab.martins
      @gab.lab.martins 2 роки тому +38

      Do you not know Sandor? He's the master of all things microbial. Completely changed the world of food.

  • @YudaBustarakitchen
    @YudaBustarakitchen 2 роки тому +399

    Tempe is such an indonesian staple. We love our tempe!

    • @inva11d65
      @inva11d65 2 роки тому +1

      Tempe or tempeh?

    • @bagusreinaldi1422
      @bagusreinaldi1422 2 роки тому

      My daily basis meal

    • @pandaakbar5793
      @pandaakbar5793 2 роки тому +29

      @@inva11d65 it is tempe, but the foreigners cant say it correctly so they added h at the end

    • @edwinarie6512
      @edwinarie6512 2 роки тому +2

      Marinate it in sweet soy, garlic, and pepper. My jam

    • @skrimper
      @skrimper 2 роки тому

      @@pandaakbar5793 so it's tem-pee? I see why they added the H to be fair

  • @mangethegamer
    @mangethegamer 2 роки тому +20

    I'm in Sweden and make my own tempeh since many years back. Cold climate, not a lot of humidity. You don't need such a specialized chamber. It's enough to get a round plastic cake box/container(I use the cheap IKEA one) and put it above/beside your radiator for 24 hours before removing it and placing it somewhere else without radiant heat (the tempeh starts to generate it's own heat at that point). You don't need a fancy grinder, simply soak the beans overnight on a bowl, then massage the hydrated soy beans in water to remove the hulls.
    The barrier of entry is much lower than what this video implies.

    • @quantafitness6088
      @quantafitness6088 Рік тому +3

      Yes, anywhere warm will do! Like on top of a water heater, heated bathroom floor etc

    • @hakanul2765
      @hakanul2765 9 місяців тому +1

      Wow, your comment is cool! I'm in Istanbul now and the weather is 32 celcius degree, that a tempeh should exactly be fermented in. The coldest temperature will be 25° at night, I guess I can leave my "future" tempeh outdoor. I'm gonna use a homemade mold I saw on Gourmet Vegetarian Kitchen. Thanks for the tips!

    • @brahamwijaya1039
      @brahamwijaya1039 2 місяці тому +1

      Im indonesian. Here making tempe is effortless and dirt cheap. Its basically cheaper than any other protein source.

  • @sucaiii_sch5818
    @sucaiii_sch5818 2 роки тому +292

    As an Indonesian myself i get a bit too hyped up for today’s episode 😍 brad you should try your fried tempeh with sambal or the spicy rendang sauce next time it’s a game changer trust me

  • @RicardoMil0s
    @RicardoMil0s 2 роки тому +170

    Brad is the only reason I am still subscribed to BA.

    • @DJBillyQ
      @DJBillyQ 2 роки тому +5

      If you unsubscribe, UA-cam will still suggest his videos if you watch 'em enough. That way you don't have to contribute (*as much) to the awful company that is Bon Appetit and their *Conde Nast overlords. ;D

    • @johngladwaller2436
      @johngladwaller2436 2 роки тому +3

      @@DJBillyQ Vanity Fair lol. Do you mean Conde Nast?

    • @naisvd
      @naisvd 2 роки тому

      @@DJBillyQ why’s ba a bad company? always enjoyed most of their content actually

    • @DJBillyQ
      @DJBillyQ 2 роки тому +2

      @@johngladwaller2436 oops good catch, thanks!

    • @DJBillyQ
      @DJBillyQ 2 роки тому +2

      @@naisvd they got outed for practicing discriminatory hiring practices and underpaying (or *not* paying) some of their employees who were helping make episodes for the channel. Also the previous guy in charge (Adam Rapaport) was a total scumbag.

  • @thesurgeon0462
    @thesurgeon0462 2 роки тому +43

    I swear I remember watching an episode and brad said something along the lines of "as the Great sandor katz once said..." And remarked "Yknow itd be great to have him on the show one day" and now here we are.

  • @mdfind
    @mdfind 2 роки тому +140

    Brad and Sandor Katz together in one video. Who could ask for more?

  • @gavinbrewes863
    @gavinbrewes863 2 роки тому +115

    Brad can talk about anything that he’s passionate about and I and many others would happily watch, listen and learn

    • @ruthumerez445
      @ruthumerez445 2 роки тому

      Such a delight to listen to people tell something they're really passionate about

  • @Halsfield
    @Halsfield 2 роки тому +181

    The qui-gon and obi-wan of fermentation in one video. Love it.

  • @TatasFachrul
    @TatasFachrul 2 роки тому +213

    Instead using plastic, you can use banana leaf to wrap the tempeh.. and actually, the original technic to make tempeh is using banana leaf for the fermentation.. And it’ll add some flavor into it..

    • @colonagray2454
      @colonagray2454 2 роки тому +3

      Would those be available at any particular store? I have an asian food market i frequent and haven't seen it. What should one look for?

    • @feriztiojanuarabdau3339
      @feriztiojanuarabdau3339 2 роки тому +11

      @@colonagray2454 or you can use any leaf with smooth texture surface on it. The taste will be better if it's wrap with leaf instead of plastic.

    • @chrism45
      @chrism45 2 роки тому +8

      @@colonagray2454 Depending in where you live it will be hard to find. Also they could be in the freezer section cause many leaves freeze well

    • @akirebara
      @akirebara 2 роки тому +7

      @@colonagray2454 Are you near a Seafood City? I saw some frozen banana leaves there. Or if you have any Filipino/Vietnamese grocery store near you. They always tend to have banana leaves for sale.

    • @skrimper
      @skrimper 2 роки тому +6

      @@colonagray2454 you can find it at any Asian or Mexican/Hispanic grocer. Just ask an employee

  • @narothama6496
    @narothama6496 2 роки тому +18

    you know my grandmother usually boil it in garlic water and let all the tempeh absorb all the garlic water and then fried it, it'll add more taste to it

    • @asdfjkli
      @asdfjkli 2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the tip!

  • @44Kokoloko
    @44Kokoloko 2 роки тому +6

    Sandor Katz's Art of Fermentation book is really a fermentation bible. Such a pleasure to see him do his thing!

  • @prathification
    @prathification 2 роки тому +65

    As a Southeast Asian, I’m always happy to see new people discover and appreciate our traditional foods, tempeh is delicious! :)

  • @DrPheigth
    @DrPheigth 2 роки тому +30

    I made tempeh in my dehydrator, and in 48-hours I had perfectly good tempeh. Used Instant Pot to cook the soy beans, cleaned the beans of the skins, cooled to the right temp, inoculate, package into a sandwich size ziplock with holes in it, and popped it into the dehydrator.

    • @antw289
      @antw289 Рік тому +2

      I've been wondering if a standard dehydrator would be any good for making tempeh, all the ones I've seen advertised seem to only go down to 35 degrees Celsius, I was worried that might be too warm to make tempeh. Is that the temperature you were using on yours? Or does yours go lower than 35C? Thanks 🙂

  • @donaldino5849
    @donaldino5849 2 роки тому +54

    well done brad, fun fact traditionally tempe is wrap with banana leaf. and if you marinade it before frying its gonna taste even tastier. dip in on some sambal eat it with warm rice you gonna get addicted to it hahaha

  • @redlittle604
    @redlittle604 2 роки тому +46

    I'm so thankful Brad is clearing a path of unusual foods, like this. If I tried this I'd have the " undesirable bacteria".

  • @TheMesopo
    @TheMesopo 2 роки тому +11

    We want more of Sandor and Brad together! ❤

  • @thomp9054
    @thomp9054 2 роки тому +2

    Really want some tempeh now

  • @piepie3178
    @piepie3178 2 роки тому +2

    as Indonesian I was shocked when brad said put some caviar on tempe 😭 I meaaan, it's usually eaten by middle-lower class people here bcs it's so cheap

  • @madmaxx8911
    @madmaxx8911 2 роки тому +7

    Brad, you make such happy videos dude. It's a brief moment of joy for me, and I'm appreciative of it.

  • @Dilfed
    @Dilfed 2 роки тому +2

    Drilling through a fridge wall, good way of puncturing a gas line and just polluting a whole lot. Ironically to make tempeh and reduce carbon footprint lol

  • @irinadeen
    @irinadeen 2 роки тому +13

    Tempeeee is one of my favourite food everrrr, you can try so many dish with it but deep fried it with simple seasoning is always the best!

    • @lottatroublemaker6130
      @lottatroublemaker6130 2 роки тому +1

      Airfrying is great, just brush some oil on it and fry until golden and crisp - yum!😋🤗 💙💛🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦💛💙

  • @yeetguy4635
    @yeetguy4635 2 роки тому +3

    Tempe is rad, tempe is live. A cheap high protein food, and blank canvas for flavour

  • @ladragonnedejardin4593
    @ladragonnedejardin4593 Рік тому +1

    I love Sandor Katz! And Brad too!It’s so cute to see them together.

  • @AD-si2my
    @AD-si2my Рік тому +3

    Marinate tempe with garlic and salt. Then, fry it. My family and I looove garlic, so we use 3 gloves for half block of tempe. It is yummy 🤤🤤 Anyway, if your tempe tastes bitter, most likely it is not fresh. A fresh tempe is very delicious.

  • @hukmai
    @hukmai 2 роки тому +12

    Sandor Katz matches exactly what he preaches, right on

  • @gab.lab.martins
    @gab.lab.martins 2 роки тому +2

    Sandor Katz, the middle-eastern maniac who completely changed how people looked at food. I waited long for this video. So happy it's here.

  • @raditya4387
    @raditya4387 2 роки тому +8

    Basic Indonesian tempeh dish is just fried season with garlic, salt, and crushed coriander seed.
    You also can simply just season with salt and white pepper powder.
    If you let the tempeh ferment for a little longer you can use that as an ingredient to a lot of Indonesian dishes.
    The tempe give an umami and some funky aroma.

  • @MaxPorter101
    @MaxPorter101 2 роки тому +3

    My cookbook was delivered as I was watching this video!!

  • @lottatroublemaker6130
    @lottatroublemaker6130 2 роки тому +6

    Loved this! I’ve made my own tempeh a few times and found that I easily get my oven to the perfect temperature. Some times I’ve started it in my Instant Pot over night, then moved it to the oven. I’ve set my oven to what would have been 30˚C (the lowest shown is 50˚C), and leave the door slightly open. It is so fun to follow the process, see when it starts growing, then the best is when it gets firmer and firmer - it’s such a transformation. I have tried using a few different beans, but soy beans are still my favourite… 🤗 💙💛🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦💛💙

  • @infantryrecon101st
    @infantryrecon101st 2 роки тому +17

    Love the videos Brad!! More videos of Brad please!! Honestly the best host on this channel!

  • @thomasveenhof366
    @thomasveenhof366 2 роки тому +2

    You should marinate them in sambal badjak and ketjap manis!

  • @Dani-cp7xo
    @Dani-cp7xo 2 роки тому +10

    What?!? My dreams do come true! My favorite fermentation people.

  • @TashJansson
    @TashJansson 2 роки тому +6

    Two fermentation legends together!!

  • @alienlizardqueen8748
    @alienlizardqueen8748 2 роки тому +5

    Hippies doing science is exactly why I watch this fermentation show. Well done!

  • @jsuwangsa
    @jsuwangsa 2 роки тому +1

    as an indonesian it's cool to see tempeh here. tempeh is the best thing ever indeed

  • @Taylor-fu2jx
    @Taylor-fu2jx 2 роки тому +23

    A VEGAN FRIENDLY ITS ALIVE!, THANK YOU BRAD ❤️

  • @A2dy
    @A2dy 2 роки тому

    I love all the little touches that I know as a microbiologist makes a difference

  • @azaaw21
    @azaaw21 2 роки тому +1

    As an Indonesian I’m feeling very much loved by this video. Thank you Brad & Sandor!❤️

  • @kamilao4062
    @kamilao4062 2 роки тому +25

    Great video! I hesitated to look into Tempeh because it looked so difficult but this is easing me into it.

    • @bohemiangypsy99
      @bohemiangypsy99 2 роки тому +4

      I agree Kamila. I was also under the impression that it was too hard so I never tried but seeing Sandor and Brad making it so easily, I am definitely going to give it a try. Because as Sandor said you only need the beans, a little vinegar and the fungus starter. The fried Tempeh gave me so many ideas to add to the top of them before eating, made my mouth water just thinking of the possibilities lol. Michelle

  • @pjanoo6973
    @pjanoo6973 2 роки тому +32

    I was accidentally given tempeh one day and now I eat it like 3-6 times a week. It's got like a nutty meaty flavor while still being vegetarian

  • @skrimper
    @skrimper 2 роки тому +3

    I just bought that mat last week to keep my turtle warm during winter. That thing is fantastic

  • @pinkyfromhaughtfarms6550
    @pinkyfromhaughtfarms6550 2 роки тому +2

    Omg I am legit dying right now😍🖤 Sandor and Brad, the pinnacle for me 🖤🖤🖤🖤

  • @dyeus4464
    @dyeus4464 2 роки тому +9

    My thoughts while listening: this guy must be the godfather of It's Alive. Then I read the comments and description, found out he really is! Feels like a refined Brad. 😆

  • @crazicountrygirl3166
    @crazicountrygirl3166 2 роки тому +3

    That was my first fermentation book. 😍. Still my go-to. Now I must have the new one 💕

  • @user-bw1hk2eu2d
    @user-bw1hk2eu2d 2 роки тому

    Thank u for the great video and having Sandor Katz! I'm a big fan of his and on my way purchasing this book!

  • @AkaiMiso
    @AkaiMiso 2 роки тому +2

    I can't wait to try this! Great Video!

  • @own7712
    @own7712 2 роки тому +2

    Its alive is the only thing keeping me alive

  • @AlexEatsPlants
    @AlexEatsPlants 2 роки тому

    YES! I have been waiting for this for literal MONTHS!

  • @benjik007
    @benjik007 2 роки тому

    The editors are the best of the best!!!!

  • @KOSMS
    @KOSMS 2 роки тому

    my favourite video that you’ve done so far

  • @bussyraycyrus
    @bussyraycyrus 2 роки тому +1

    tempeh is one of my favourite foods - so versatile!!

  • @sabarrrbgt
    @sabarrrbgt 2 роки тому +1

    Tempe and sambal is the best combination.. hehe

  • @cmcurran5
    @cmcurran5 2 роки тому +2

    I use these inkbird controllers a lot for fermenting beer, and found it’s best to put the sensor in a cup of water for more accurate readings.

    • @peterpoel1019
      @peterpoel1019 2 роки тому

      I attach my probe to the side of the corny kegs w tape. Having the probe not attached to a heat sink is a recipe for madness. Good point!

  • @fassphoto
    @fassphoto 8 місяців тому

    Amazing and detail oriented presentation. 😊

  • @hazmanedrus5119
    @hazmanedrus5119 2 роки тому +10

    Fried tempe with roasted ground nut and dried small anchovies cooked in sambal 😍

    • @SetuwoKecik
      @SetuwoKecik 2 роки тому +1

      You can add tofu, eggplant and chicken as well 😍😍😍

  • @user-rg7sz1fs4x
    @user-rg7sz1fs4x 2 роки тому

    I'm glad this guy put on a clean shirt for this episode.

  • @nickr4006
    @nickr4006 2 роки тому +14

    I'm a simple person
    See Brad. I click

  • @yaybohangira
    @yaybohangira 2 роки тому

    Finally! I've been waiting for this for so long!

  • @jada004
    @jada004 2 роки тому +2

    Could you add garlic to ferment and flavor the soy beans?

  • @goutambhola5646
    @goutambhola5646 2 роки тому

    Two legends in the same video. Great one here

  • @flytothemoon50
    @flytothemoon50 2 роки тому +1

    Brad need go to Indonesia and learn many fermented food they have.

  • @420StonedNinja420
    @420StonedNinja420 2 роки тому +10

    You had me at Brad in the title

  • @Valkyrie2421
    @Valkyrie2421 2 роки тому +2

    Makin a stop at the fermentation station

  • @raindlyyldniar6801
    @raindlyyldniar6801 2 роки тому +3

    try to deep fried it with batter, and add a little bit of scallion in it. trust me it is so good. a crispy deep fried tempeh pair with some nice sambal or you can even fried it but not until it reaches a crispy level, we called it "tempe mendoan" and eat it with some nice warm rice.

  • @kailafagan
    @kailafagan 2 роки тому

    This is amazing.

  • @hagisulistyo
    @hagisulistyo 2 роки тому

    Good resource I believe he definitely doing so much research in tempe😊

  • @stephiechan22
    @stephiechan22 2 роки тому +13

    as in indonesian it's interesting to see tempe become popular. there's a company in san diego that's make "hip" tempe by using different kinds of legumes/beans. i have a few people telling me that the americanized tempe is better than the local tempe shop which is just a slap in indonesians faces

    • @wancoet
      @wancoet 2 роки тому +2

      Nah Javanese traditionally also used different type of beans such as, koro (jack bean), benguk (velvet bean), oncom (peanut) and gembus (tofu press cake) or if you wanna to get trippy try bongkrek (coconut press cake)

    • @Heavenlyrules
      @Heavenlyrules Рік тому

      Then they never taste the OGs that used centuries old technique with top notch ingridients, the javanese used black soybean before chinese introduced the white variety, the erlieast fungi strain used back there can only be found in southern part of island of java right now as most of its northern part had been heavily polluted, It has no bitter or sour taste, they made them with the help of ocean water so it has mild saltiness with a tinge of umami flavor. Welp most indos even the javanese rarely eat the ogs

  • @abuuba3935
    @abuuba3935 2 роки тому +2

    It's very rare to see people talking about tempe

  • @TheeJoieDeVivreGarden
    @TheeJoieDeVivreGarden 2 роки тому

    I love tempeh and this episode!

  • @Aldwyns
    @Aldwyns 2 роки тому +2

    Brad should start drying things on It's Alive!
    I'd love to see some Jerky or Biltong!

    • @Olliemusiz
      @Olliemusiz 2 роки тому +2

      Jerky was done a LONG time ago

  • @elmadivolic4318
    @elmadivolic4318 2 роки тому

    I need more vids w this guy

  • @isaiahcerda2460
    @isaiahcerda2460 2 роки тому +2

    Brads hero definitely grows his own magic mushrooms 🤣

  • @jessicaknutson4502
    @jessicaknutson4502 2 роки тому +4

    Can you do an episode on huitlacoche? I think you'd love it!

  • @BetawiModest
    @BetawiModest 2 роки тому +14

    My daily life meals became so international, We eat Tempe everyday for Snack - Lunch - Dinner in many recipes. Proud to be Indonesian 🇮🇩

  • @t3h2mas
    @t3h2mas 2 роки тому

    Historical collaboration

  • @violetfresh1790
    @violetfresh1790 2 роки тому +1

    4:24 "oh yeah!"

  • @SM-bv3qs
    @SM-bv3qs 2 роки тому +8

    anyone else feel like Sandor could do a mean Robert Downey Junior impression?

    • @williamciereszko1385
      @williamciereszko1385 2 роки тому +1

      First thing I thought of! Scrolled down through the comments just to see if anyone else agreed so thanks!

  • @MULTIMILLIONSFLAX
    @MULTIMILLIONSFLAX 2 роки тому

    Love tempeh

  • @kiyoshiame
    @kiyoshiame 2 роки тому +8

    Definitely try to go full Indonesian when cooking this! Stir fry it with sweet soy sauce and oyster sauce. Mix in some string beans, green chilis, and shallots and *chefs kiss*, bon appetit!

  • @MrEmrys24
    @MrEmrys24 2 роки тому

    I love that cooked in sambal

  • @50greykitties
    @50greykitties 2 роки тому

    Got my book just the other day

  • @johannavanwinkle815
    @johannavanwinkle815 2 роки тому

    I can hardly wait to try to make tempeh!

  • @honeygoseyney2421
    @honeygoseyney2421 7 місяців тому

    Tempeh is life

  • @yezariaelll
    @yezariaelll 2 роки тому

    Finally! Sandor!!!

  • @EtreTocsin
    @EtreTocsin 2 роки тому

    Awesome

  • @SeamusHarper1234
    @SeamusHarper1234 Рік тому

    Watched the video. Bought the book.

  • @Moriko73
    @Moriko73 2 роки тому

    these tempehs do be lookin fancy

  • @TH-pf7xe
    @TH-pf7xe 2 роки тому +16

    That’s so interesting! As a general household knowledge, black molds on food is considered dangerous in Japan lol I didn’t know there were different kind.

    • @jivanjovan
      @jivanjovan 2 роки тому +5

      tempe in Indonesia generally doesn't have black spots and is pure white with black spots signifying over fermentation but it's fine to eat i guess

    • @seedor9797
      @seedor9797 2 роки тому

      @@jivanjovan Mister Katz doesnt have the healthiest look, so who knows. :)

    • @kingcrimson4133
      @kingcrimson4133 Рік тому +1

      @@seedor9797 What an embarrassing thing to say.

  • @hananurra6122
    @hananurra6122 2 роки тому +9

    My ultimate source of plant based protein is tempe and tofu. It's cheap, nutritious, versatile. I'm so glad Brad makes one!

  • @nurichund
    @nurichund 2 роки тому +1

    That’s why I buy this stuff

  • @agusfirmansyah35
    @agusfirmansyah35 2 місяці тому

    My very basic tempeh recipe, fresh raw tempeh, chili, garlic, lil bit salt and msg. Crush everything up and eat it wih warm rice and krupuk

  • @khalkotauroio2417
    @khalkotauroio2417 2 роки тому

    Match made in heaven right here

  • @komodomomon2808
    @komodomomon2808 2 роки тому +1

    breakfast: fried tempeh + sambal terasi + rice
    lunch: stir fry tempeh + rice
    dinner: roasted tempeh + sambal terasi + rice

  • @jamespayter6948
    @jamespayter6948 2 роки тому +2

    This guy's style really stifled Brad's energy

  • @1996mrconanedogawa
    @1996mrconanedogawa 2 роки тому +1

    There is a dish in Indonesia where we rot the tempeh/tempe then make a spicy coconut milk stew out of it.

  • @Mak5797
    @Mak5797 4 місяці тому

    Sandor seems so godlike

  • @Cakeraper
    @Cakeraper 2 роки тому

    Love your response “I don’t want to try this, like this” lol

  • @jayflow7949
    @jayflow7949 Рік тому +1

    4:16 You Can Hear the Cameraman Laugh Quietly When he Says “The Soybean Has a Very Heavy Hole” 🤷‍♂️😂😂😂

  • @Ironyx1
    @Ironyx1 Рік тому

    One of your best videos... sorry the market doesn't show it