Ingredients with Measurements:
- 500g sour plums
- 2 medium-sized carrots, julienned
- 2 medium-sized cucumbers, julienned
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 red chillies, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp salt
Special equipment needed: None
Step-by-step instructions:
a. Wash the sour plums and remove the seeds. Cut them into thin slices.
b. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced sour plums, julienned carrots, julienned cucumbers, thinly sliced red onion, and thinly sliced red chillies.
c. In a small saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
d. Pour the vinegar mixture over the sour plum mixture and mix well.
e. Let the mixture sit for at least 30 minutes before serving.
15 minutes preparation time, 30 minutes waiting time
5. Temperature: None
Serving size: 4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Sugar: 25g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use other types of vinegar, such as apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar.
- You can use other types of sweeteners, such as honey or agave nectar.
Variations:
- You can add other vegetables, such as bell peppers or cabbage.
- You can add herbs, such as cilantro or mint.
- You can add protein, such as grilled chicken or tofu.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to remove the seeds from the sour plums, as they can be quite bitter.
- You can adjust the amount of sugar and vinegar to your taste.
- This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Storage instructions: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheating instructions: None
Presentation ideas: Serve in a bowl or on a platter.
Garnishes: None
Pairings: This salad goes well with grilled meats or fish.
Suggested side dishes: Steamed rice or noodles.
Troubleshooting advice: If the salad is too sour, you can add more sugar. If it is too sweet, you can add more vinegar.
Food safety advice: Make sure to wash all vegetables before using them.
Food history: Acar Kedondong is a traditional Indonesian dish that is often served as a side dish or condiment.
Flavor profiles: This salad is sweet, sour, and spicy.
Serving suggestions: Serve as a side dish or condiment.
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Region: Indonesian