Spicy Tegal Soup Traditional Style (Soto Tegal)

150 g chicken breast boiled, fried, and cubed100 g cow's heart boiled, fried, and cubed100 g tripe boiled, fried, and cubed150 g boiled chicken intestine, fried750 ml stock100 g bean sprouts, blanched, drain5 tbsp sliced green onion3 tbsp fried sliced shallots2 tbsp fermented soybean (miso)2 tbsp oil for sauteingSpices :3 tbsp sliced shallots1 tbsp sliced garlic5candlenuts1 tsp shrimp paste1 tbsp sliced boiled red chilies2 1/2 tbsp sliced capsicums1...

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Beef Rib Soup (Sup Iga Spesial)

1000 g beef ribs200 g grated coconut, brown roasted3 litres water2 tbsp oil1 tbsp salt1 stalk lemon grass2 cm cinnamon6 tomatoes diced3 tbsp roughly chopped spring onion2 kaffir lime leaves1 pandanus leaf15 sweet basilSpices :1 tbsp sliced red chili5 tbsp sliced shallots2 tsp sliced turmeric4 tbsp sliced garlic1 tsp sliced ginger6 candlenuts1 1/2 tbsp galangalPinch of cumin1 tbsp coriander1/2 tsp nutmeg powderPut the beef ribs and water in a pan...

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Chicken Grilled In Turmeric Spice (Ayam Bakar Bumbu Kuning)

1 whole chicken, cut up into 4-8 pieces500 cc thick coconut milk1 stalk lemongrass, bruised3 kaffir lime leaves2 cloves2 cardamom, bruised1 Tbsp. tamarind juice3 Tbsp. vegetable oilSpices :3 cloves garlic8 small shallots5 candlenuts, dryly fried3 tsp. coriander seeds1 tsp. pepper¼ tsp. aniseeds½ tsp. cumin seeds½ tsp. nutmeg¼ tbsp. galangal2 tsp. ginger2 tsp. ground turmeric1 tbsp. saltStir fry the spice paste over medium heat with 3 Tbs. vegetable...

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Avocado Drink (Jus Alpukat)

2 avocados5 tablespoons water1/2 cup cold milk1 cup chocolate milk1/2 cup crushed iceSugar to tasteMake simple syrup by combining sugar and water in small saucepan over medium-high heat.Stir until clear.Remove from heat and let cool.Spoon out avocado pulp and place in blender.Add syrup and blend.Add cold milk and blend.Divide between 2 tall glasses.Top each serving with 1/2 cup chocolate milk (to form separate layer) and crushed i...

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Indonesian Style Pancakes with Apple (Serabi Apel)

150 gram flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 egg1/4 teaspoon salt200 ml coconut milk, light100 ml waterSauce250 ml coconut milk, light50 g coconut sugar1 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1 pandan leaf2 bananas, peeled and slicedor2 apples, slicedMix the coconut milk, water, salt and egg together.Add the sifted flour and baking powder and mix through the wet ingredients. Set aside while you make the sauce.Place all the ingredients except the fruit into a...

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Indonesian Style Yeast Cake (Bika Ambon)

330 ml coconut milk, thick100 ml water, lukewarm50 g plain flour2 teaspoons dry yeast150 g rice flour100 g tapioca flour250 g caster sugar180 ml coconut water5 egg yolks1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence3/4 teaspoon saltPut thick coconut milk in a small saucepan and bring to a low boil over very low heat. Remove and leave aside to cool completely.Combine lukewarm water, flour and instant yeast in a small bowl and leave aside to froth.Mix both flours,...

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Sticky Rice Stuffed with Seasoned Meat (Lemper)

500 gram glutinous rice, soak for 1 hour1 tablespoon salt1 pandanus leaf500 ml coconut milkSeasoned meat (stir-fry minced beef, seasoned with ketchup, sugar, and chili to taste)banana leavesGlutinous rice is steamed for 20- 30 minutes with pandanus leaf.mix coconut milk, salt and steamed glutinous rice in a big pan or a big bowl, stir until coconut milk absorbed. And then steam again until glutinous rice soft. After that take 1 spoon of glutanious...

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Rice Pudding Indonesian Style (Bubur Sumsum)

Pudding:100 g rice flour1/2 teaspoon salt650 ml coconut milk2 pandan leaves, shreddedSauce:200 g palm sugar, shaved50 g granulated sugar250 ml water1 screwpine leavesMix the rice flour with half of the coconut milk and salt.Put to boil the other half of coconut milk and pandan leaves.Pour in the rice flour batter into boiling coconut milk. Continue to cook and boil until the mixture become thicken like thick cream.Sauce:Put to boil all of the ingredients.Ladle...

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Balinese Spicy Chunk Beef (Daging Bumbu Bali)

1 lb lean stewing beef, cut in chunks2 medium onions, chopped2 tablespoons sambal ulek3-4 birds eye chili4 cloves garlic1 teaspoon shrimp paste4 kaffir lime leaves3 bay leaves1/2 cup kecap manis (sweet soy sauce)1/3 cup oil (for frying)vinegarsaltsugarAdd enough water to the beef to cover, bring very slowly to a simmer and cook until done, (as with making any stock, this can take a few hours).Put in the food processor: onions, sambal, chilies, garlic...

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Rissole Indonesian Style (Risoles)

For Risoles wrapper150 g all-purpose flour1 egg200 ml milksaltFor filling150 g minced beef or 150 g chicken3 small potatoes, cut into small cubes2 carrots, cut into small cubes1 onion, peeled and sliced2 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced1 stalk celery, chopped1 stalk spring onion, chopped1 tablespoon flour, mixed with a little of water1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 beef bouillon cubesugar, to the taste1 cup waterFor dipping1 eggbreadcrumbsWrapper: take a...

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Bananas in Sweet Coconut Milk (Pengat Pisang)

2 large bananas1 cup coconut milk2 tablespoons granulated sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamonPeel the bananas and cut into bite-sized pieces.In a medium saucepan, bring the coconut milk to a boil. Add the sugar and cinnamon, stirring to dissolve.Add the bananas. Bring back to a boil, then turn down the heat and simmer for 3 - 5 minutes, until the bananas are tender but not mushy. Serve hot, sprinkling extra cinnamon on top if desir...

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Indonesian Spice Cake (Spekkuk)

2 cups cake flour, sifted1/2 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon nutmeg, grated1/2 teaspoon clove, ground4 teaspoons cinnamon, ground1 pinch salt3/4 lb butter, unsalted (3 sticks)1 2/3 cups sugar4 eggs, large3 egg yolks, large, lightly beaten2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar (for garnish)Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit; grease and flour a bundt pan.In a medium bowl, resift the sifted flour along with the baking powder,...

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Sweet and Sour Salad Jakarta Style (Asinan Betawi)

400 g carrots, shredded or thinly sliced400 g cabbage, finely sliced250 g cucumber, cut into small pieces200 g bean sprouts400 g lettuce, shredded400 g tofu, steamed and cut into small pieces400 g pineapple cut into piecesNoodle crackers, friedMarinade sauce :100 g sugar2 tsp salt2 tbsp sliced red chilies, blended2 tsp vinegar200 ml boiled waterPeanut sauce :50 g peanuts, fried25 g dried shrimps2 tbsp sliced red chilies50 g sugar1 tsp salt200 ml...

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Coconut Cake (Kue Pancong)

250 grated coconut250 g rice flour1 tsp salt600 ml coconut milk, cooked1 slice single cheeseIn a bowl, mix well grated coconut with rice flour salt.Pour coconut milk gradually while kneading, set the dough aside.Heat a 'kue pancong' pan, grease with oil, pour the dough into the pan.Cook until done at moderate heat.Take out from the pan and arrange on serving dish, topping with shredded cheese and ser...

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Stir Fried Papaya and Cassava Leaves (Tumis Daun Pepaya dan Singkong)

150 g cassava leaves100 g papaya leaves400 g chicken liver, boiled, cubed100 g anchoviesSpices:3 tbsp sliced shallots2 tbsp sliced garlic3 tbsp sliced red chilies3 tbsp sliced green chilies1 tbsp sliced galangal2 salam leaves / bay leaves3 tbsp fish sauce1 tsp salt3 tbsp cooking oilDeep fry also chicken liver and anchovy.Boil cassava leaves and papaya leaves in a pot together at medium heat until done, remove from the pot and drain.Slice the vegetables...

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Fried Spicy Tomatoes Egg Noodles

500 grams fresh egg noodles4 tablespoons cooking oil2 (100 grams) stalks chinese greens, cut into 5 cm length2 (20o grams) tomatoes, quartered1 cup (50 grams) Thai bird’s eye chilies1 stalk spring onion, cut into 2 cm lengthwise2 stalks chinese celery, chopped finely1/2 cup beansprouts1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce1/4 cup hot waterHeat oil in a wok over high heat, cook chilies and tomatoes for one minute.Toss...

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Beef Soup Bandung Style (Soto Bandung)

250 g beef brisket100 g boiled soy bean, fried125 g white radish, thinly sliced3 tbsp sliced celery3 tbsp fried sliced shallots3 tbsp sliced green union1 stalk lemon grass, bruised2000 ml water2 1/2 tbsp sliced shallots1 tbsp sliced garlic1 tbsp peppercorn1 tsp salt1 tsp sliced gingerSweet soy sauceChili paste (Sambal):Red capsicumsSaltVinegarput water and beef in pan, boil until the beef tender and the stock remains 1000 ml. Take out the beef, cut...

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Ramen Noodles Omelette (Dadar Telur Mie Instant)

1 pack of instant ramen noodles – any flavor (55gr)2 eggs, beaten with 2 tablespoons of water and a pinch of salt2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved2 tablespoons parsely, finely chopped chopped1 tablespoon cooking oilTomato sauce / sweet chilli sauceDrop ramen noodles into boiling water. Cook for 4 minutes (or according to the package instructions)Drain the water and the instant powdered stock included in the package....

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Dry Curry Chicken (Rendang Ayam)

100 grams red chilies65 grams (12) shallots25 grams (6) cloves garlic25 grams (6) candlenut10 grams (1/8 cup) coriander seeds4 dried chilies, soaked with hot water and pat dried1/4 teaspoon cumin1/2 teaspoon whole white pepper1/4 fresh nutmegOther ingredients1,2 litre coconut milk, pressed and strained from 4 freshly grated coconut1 turmeric leaf (alternatively, substitute with a pinch of turmeric powder)3 kaffir lime leaves10 salam leaves4 stalks...

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Dayak-Style Shrimp (Udang Bumbu Kalimantan)

2 lbs medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)2 tablespoons olive oil2-4 medium red chilies (sliced)1 medium shallot (sliced)1 garlic clove (sliced)1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon tamarind paste (dissolved in water)1/4 cup water1/2 inch gingerroot (sliced)1 teaspoon salt1 small tomato (chopped)steamed rice (to serve)Saute shrimp in 1 tablespoon oil over moderate heat for 2 minutes, then set aside.In small food processor, blend shallot, garlic, chiles,...

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Braised Banana with Palm Sugar and Coconut Gravy (Kolak Pisang)

100 gr palm sugar (or brown sugar)2 (200 gr) medium sized sweet potatoes, cubed4 (450 gr) ripe cooking banana4 pandan leaves1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup thick coconut cream1 cup thick coconut cream, diluted by 2 cups waterIn a medium saucepan, add diluted coconut cream, pandan, banana pieces, sweet potato cubes and salt. Bring to boil over medium heat and stir constantly for 10 minutesIn a smaller saucepan, melt palm sugar with 1/2 cup of the coconut water...

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Spicy Shredded Balinese Chicken (Ayam Pelalah)

250 g breast chicken meat1 tbsp margarine4 tbsp sliced shallots2 tbsp sliced garlic1 tsp sliced kaempferia galanga1 tsp sliced galangal5 candlenuts1 tbsp sliced turmeric1 tbsp brown sugar1 tsp sliced lemon grass1 tbsp sliced red chilies1/2 tsp shrimp paste1 tsp lime juice1 1/2 tsp salt2 tbsp sliced shallots1 tsp sliced garlic1 tbsp sliced shallots1 tsp sliced garlic1 ripe tomato, slicedBlend all spices into a paste, add shallots, garlic, red chilies,...

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Banjar Clear Soup (Soto Banjar)

Soup1 whole chicken. cut into 4 pieces1,5 litres water1/2 teaspoon white pepper4 spring onion, chopped2 chinese celery, chopped10 shallots5 cloves garlic1/2 whole nutmeg5 cm cinnamon stick4 cloves2 pods cardamon2 tablespoons cooking oilCondiments100 gr mungbean noodles, blanch with boiling water for 2 minutes3 hard boiled eggs, cut into wedges50 gr beansprouts, blanch with boiling water for 1 minutedeep fried shallot flakesfrikadel potatoes (recipe...

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Grilled Rice with Basil and Lemongrass (Nasi Bakar)

2 kg rice9 stalks lemongrass9 salam leaves100 gr kaffir lime leaves250 gr lemon basil leaves, picked and washed clean300 gr galangal, quartered and crushed1/4 cup salt1/2 tablespoon sugar2 chicken bouillon cubes4 tablespoons cooking oilRemove the upper stalk of lemongrass, use only the lower 5″ of the stalk.Wash and cook rice. Leave in a container till completely cool, for at least six hours.Heat cooking oil in a big saucepan (big enough to contain...

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Spicy Dip with Shrimp Paste (Sambal Balacan)

1/8 cup cooking oil1 (120 grams) medium size tomato, halved and seeded5 (20 grams) shallots10 (75 grams) red chilies8 (25 grams) green chilies1/2 tablespoon (5 grams) shrimp paste (belacan / balacan)2 tablespoons shaved palm sugar (gula melaka / gula merah)1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 limeHeat 1/8 cup cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes. Fry tomato and shallots till soft and brown for 3 minutes. Remove and set aside.Next fry chilies until...

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Coconut Rice (Nasi Lemak)

For coconut rice4 stalks lemongrass80 gr galangal5 salam leaves7 kaffir lime leaves1 tablespoon salt700 ml coconut milk5 cups riceWash rice with cold waterIn a pot, add rice, coconut milk, salt, galangal, salam leaves, kaffir lime leaves and saltBoil for 20 minutes – until all liquid is absorbed by the riceMove the rice to a steamer. Steam for 20 minutesWhen the rice is dry and fluffy, it is done. If not, steam longerFor condiments250 gr (1 1/2 cups)...

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Fried Soybean Cake (Tempe Goreng)

Get one block of soybean fermented cake, slice accordingly.Sprinkle some salt on the soybean cake slicesHeat one cup of oil in a small frying pan.When you can spot some smoke coming out of the surface of the heated oil,the oil is ready to take in the soybean cake.Deep fry in batches till brown and slightly dry.One minute each side is plenty.How to prepare Spicy Chili and Soy Dip1/3 cup (30 gr) Thai green small chili1 1/2 tablespoons white sugarUsing...

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Corn Fritters (Perkedel Jagung)

400g can sweetcorn, drained1 small red chili, deseeded and finely chopped (optional)4 green shallots, sliced1 tsp ground corianderpinch of salt1 egg1/4 cup rice flour1 tbsp plain flourvegetable oil for cookingCombine corn, chili, shallots, coriander, salt, egg and flours. Leave to stand for 30 minutes. Heat oil in a wok or frying pan. Drop spoonfuls of mixture into oil and cook until golden brown.Serve with chilly sau...

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Avocado Cheese and Sausage Omelette (Omelet Alpukat Keju Sosis)

eggs, beaten with a little milksalt and peppersausage, cooked and cut into piecesavocado, slicedfresh tomatoes, dicedcheddar cheese, shredded (also good with pepper jack)sour creamgreen Tabasco sauce (optional and delicious)Basically, pour the eggs into the skillet and cook like you would normally cook an omelette. Add salt, pepper, sausage, avocado, tomatoes, and cheese onto half of the omelette.Fold over and cook until cheese is melted. Serve topped...

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Bajak Chili Sauce (Sambal Bajak)

8 red chilies seeded and sliced1 tsp dried shrimp paste (terasi) toasted1/4 tsp grated nutmeg3 garlic cloves peeled and sliced6 shallots peeled and sliced1 tsp salt1 1/2 tsp chopped palm sugar2 tbl oil2 salam leaves2 lemongrass stalks bruised1/2 inch galangal (laos) peeled and sliced4 tbl tamarind juiceGrind with a mortar and pestle or blend the first 7 ingredients very finely.Heat the oil over medium-high heat. Saute the ground ingredients along...

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Besengek Chicken (Ayam Besengek)

1 whole chicken2 tsp salt3 tbsp vegetables oil or margarine2 clove garlic, chopped finely2 red chilies, crushed1 tsp ground corianderpinch of ground cumin1 tsp ground laos2 candlenuts, grated1/2 tsp shrimp paste2 tbsp coconut, desiccated or freshly grated2 cup coconut milk from 1 coconut1 tsp brown sugar1 tbsp tamarind juiceCut chicken into serving portions. Wash thoroughly. Rub thoroughly with salt and fry in oil until light golden brown.Add onion...

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Fried Silver Pomfret with Tomato and Lime Sweet Sauce (Ikan Bawal Saus Asam Manis)

500 grams Silver Pomfret5 shallots, sliced finely1 tomato, quartered2 red chilies, sliced thinly diagonally5 tablespoons sweet soy sauce1 tablespoon sugar2 tablespoons lime juice1/4 cup water2 cups cooking oil (for deep-frying fish and 1/4 cup cooking oil for soy sauce base)Heat cooking oil in a wok or deep fry pan till slightly smokey over high heat. Fry pomfret for 10 minutes, until golden brown. Drain on paper towel and set asideHeat the rest...

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Stir-fried Beansprouts (Tumis Toge)

300 grams (5 cups) beansprouts3 red chilies, seeded and cut diagonally3 stalks spring onion, cut 2 cm lengthwise1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup oilHeat cooking oil in a wok over high heat for a minute.Toss in chilies and spring onions. Cook for 30 seconds.Add beansprouts and season with salt. Cook for another minute.Remove from heat and serve wa...

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Stir-fry Anchovies with Chili (Sambal Goreng Teri)

1-1/2 cups (100 grams) dried anchovies1 (75 grams) small tomato, quartered1 cup water1/2 teaspoon palm sugar1/4 cup cooking oil (for deep-frying anchovies and 2 tablespoons for stir-frying spice paste)Spice paste5 (25 grams) shallots1/8 cup (10 grams) red/green chilies, seeded1 garlic clove3 kaffir lime leaves1/4 teaspoon saltHeat 1/4 cup cooking oil in a wok, deep-fry anchovies till brown and crunchy, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and drain...

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Fried Fish in Chili Sauce (Sambal Goreng Ikan)

6 (650 gr) fresh round scad (or any seawater fish)10 (50 gr) shallots4 cloves (10 gr) garlic80 gr red chili, sliced thinly & diagonally30 gr red chili, for paste0.5' fresh ginger1/2 tablespoon shaved palm sugar block (or brown sugar)1 (130 gr) whole tomato, quartered1 tablespoon dark sweet soy sauce1/2 tablespoon salt2 cups cooking oil for deep frying fish3 tablespoons extra cooking oil for stir-frying chili paste1/3 cup waterWash fish, remove...

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Black Pomfret stuff with Lemongrass spice (Ikan Bawal Goreng Bumbu Serai)

370 grams black pomfret, washed, pat dried and innards removed2 cups cooking oil, for deep fryingSpice stuffing25 grams red chilies6 (25 grams) shallots2 (10 grams) garlic cloves3 whole candlenut, toasted1 centimeter fresh turmeric root3 kaffir lime leaves2 stalks lemongrass1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon sugarGrind all spices ingredient in a food processor or pound in a mortal and pestleMake a deep cut on the top side of the fish. Insert the stuffing...

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Stir Fry Papaya Buds (Tumis Bunga Pepaya)

500 gr papaya flower buds20 gr (3 cm) galangal5 gr (5 cm) fresh ginger50 gr green chili50 gr red chili5 salam leaves1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon sugar2 tablespoons cooking oil1/4 cup waterWash and pick flowers into bite sizes. Blanch with boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain and set asideIn a food processor, add galangal, ginger, green and red chili, and hit pulse for 2 – 3 minutes until everything is mixed well and turned into grainy pasteHeat cooking...

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Manadonese Style Sweet And Spicy Sauce Fried Fish (Ikan Goreng Rica-Rica)

3 mackerel (or any fish you like)2 tomatoes6 tbsp oil1 tsp palmsugar (gula jawa)2 tbsp rice vinager3 salam leaves2 jeruk purut / kaffir lime leaves1/2 tsp saltSeasoning:4 cm jahe (ginger)3 shallots3 cm laos (galangal)3 cloves garlicred lomboks (large chilies)Pound or grind the ingredients for the seasoning into a paste.Cut the tomatoes in thin slices.Heat in a wok the oil and fry the fish brown and done.Put the fish on a plate.Add the bumbu (seasoning)...

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Mixed Spicy Chicken (Ayam Bumbu Rujak)

3½ lb. young chicken, cut into frying pieces¼ cup sliced shallots3 cloves garlic, sliced2 tsp. crushed dried red hot chili5 candlenut, crushed1/8 tsp. turmeric1 tsp. salt1 tsp. sugar2 cups coconut milk1 Tbs. Vegetable oil1 thick slice ginger1 stalk lemon grassBlend the shallots, garlic, chili, candlenut, salt and sugar with ¼ cup of the coconut milk into a paste.Heat the oil in a wok and sauté the paste for a minute or two until you can smell the...

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Clear Spinach Soup (Sayur Bening)

2 ears Corn, husked2 tbsp Chopped onions1 tsp Chopped garlic (optional)1 tbsp Sugar1 tsp Salt3 Cup water2 Bouillon cubes (optional)4 ounce SpinachSlice corn from cob.Cook it with other ingredients except spinach until done.Add spinach, mix & continue cooking for 2 mins.Remove from heatServe h...

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Madurese Chicken Soup (Soto Ayam Madura)

1 Chicken1 Large Onion3 Cloves Garlic3 cm Ginger root2 red chilli pepper1 tsp Turmeric1 bunch parsley2 strands Lemon grass2 tsp Kecap Manis3 Eggs3 Potatoesoilpepper & Salt to tasteClean and skin the chicken. Slowly boil in 1½ Ltr water until well done.Take meat from bone and return the bones to the water to make a stock. Shred meat and set aside.Clear stock by passing through a muslin cloth. Boil Potatoes in water and mash with 1 egg and pepper...

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Spicy Potato Crisps (Sambal Goreng Kentang)

250 gr. Chicken livers.3 large potatoes1 large onion2 cloves garlic1 tablespoon sambal ulek1 dessertspoon gula djawa1 dessertspoon tamarind paste1 tablespoon kecap manis1 dessertspoon chopped parslyoilClean Chicken livers under running water and dry.Peel and halve the potatoes. Slice into thin slices or match-sticks. Wash and dry in a tea-towel. Deep fry until golden brown. Set aside.Heat oil in wok. Add Chicken livers and fry for 3 Minutes, stirring...

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Crispy Peanut Wafers (Rempeyek Kacang)

200 gr. Rice Flour½ Tsp. Baking powder250 ml. Coconut milk½ Tsp. Coriander (ground)½ Tsp. Salt1 Clove Garlic (chopped)Pinch of Cummin (ground)Pinch of Turmeric (ground)1 Candle Nut (grated)100 gr. Raw PeanutsOil for fryingMix the Rice flour with baking powder and coconut milk, then add Coriander, Cummin, Turmeric, Garlic and Candle nut. Mix well. Now add the slightly crushed Peanuts and Stir well.This will give you a slightly runny batter mix. Heat...

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Hot Spicy Egg­plants (Terong Balado)

10 egg­plants5 boiled egg or fried egg10 large red peppers1 tomato5 onions or 1 medium sized large yel­low onion3 cloves garlic2 slices galangale1 stalk serai (cit­ronella or lemongrass)2 tbsp salt½ tsp sugarCut egg­plant into medium size. Fry until it is brownish.Cut onion, gar­lic, tomato, and red pep­per. Fry until it is with­ered. Blend it but don’t be too soft.Fry soft spice, salt, and sugar in some oil. Add serai and galan­gale until it is...

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Shrimp Soup Indonesian Style (Laksa Udang)

1/4 cup rice sticks, broken up2 Tablespoons peanut oil6 shallots (or an onion) thinly sliced3 cloves garlic, crushed2-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated1 teaspoon ground coriander1 teaspoon tumeric2 cups fish stock1 cup coconut milk1 cup shrimp, cleaned, peeled, and split1/2 cup bean sproutssalt and pepper to tasteGarnish: 4 scallions, choppedBreak the rice sticks into a pan and cover with boiling water for 5 minutes then strain. Reserve.Fry the...

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Boiled Eggs with Chili Sauce (Telur Balado)

6 hard-boiled eggs, shells removed1 cup vegetable oil for frying6 red chile peppers, seeded and chopped4 cloves garlic4 medium shallots2 tomatoes, quartered1 teaspoon shrimp paste1 1/2 tablespoons peanut oil1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 teaspoon white vinegar1 teaspoon white sugarsalt and pepper to tasteHeat 1 cup oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Deep fry the eggs in the hot oil until they are golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes; set aside.Combine...

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The Es Teler (Es Teler)

1 Avo­cado, spooned out its meat.1 young coconut, spooned out its meat5 jack­fruit fruit, sliced in small pieces10 grams can­died kolang kaling (or attap fruit), sliced long600 ml of milk125 g sugar2 pieces of pan­dan leaves6 tbsp coco­pan­dan syrup5 tbsp con­densed milkShaved ice as necessaryBoil coconut milk, sugar and pan­dan leaves. stir and liftPre­pare a bowl, enter the avo­cado young coconut, jack­fruit, coconut milk and Kolang kalingAdd shaved...

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Steamed Chicken Rice (Nasi Tim Ayam)

Ingredients :3 cups Rice1 tbs sesame oil2 garlic cloves, finely ground1 cm ginger, finely ground1 tbs soy sauceChicken mushroom :2-3 chicken breast diced1 tbs vegetable oil3 cloves garlic, finely ground2 cm ginger, finely ground2 tbs soy sauce1 tbs sweet soy sauce100 gr straw mushroom slicedAcar:3 cucumber diced1-2 Carot dicedChilly dicedrice vinegar (adjustable)sugar (adjustable)How to prepare :Stir-fry the chicken with all ingredients until well...

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Crab and vegetables eggs (Fuyunghai)

Ingredients & spices :1 small can of crab meata handful of frozen carrot1/2 yellow onion dicedgreen oniongarlic6 eggs (chicken egg is fine too)5 oz shrimp, peeled and choppedSauce:4 tbs tomato sauce1/2 cup of water1/2 tbs minced garlic1 tsp of tapioca starch1/4 yellow onion slicedfrozen vegetables carrot and pea2 tbs sugarHow to prepare :Eggs. Stir fry garlic, onion, carrot than add crab meat, salt, pepper, diced prawn, green onion. mix it well,...

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Fragrant Chicken Curry Manado Style (Ayam Tuturaga)

Ingredients & spices :1 kg Chicken, cut into bite sized1/2 teaspoon Salt1 tablespoon Lime juice5 tablespoons Oil2 Pandanus leaves, cut into 2 cm pieces2 stalks Lemon grass, finely chopped5 Kaffir lime leaves2 Cumin leaves, coarsely chopped250 cc Water5 stalks Chives, cut into 2 cm pieces2 tablespoons Lime juiceSalt and sugarPaste:100 g Red and bird’s eye chilies5 cloves Garlic10 Shallots2 teaspoons Chopped ginger2 teaspoons Chopped turmeric7...

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