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Asinan Pepaya Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 medium-sized papaya, peeled and julienned
- 1/2 cup of vinegar
- 1/2 cup of water
- 1/2 cup of brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp of salt
- 1/2 tsp of red chili flakes
- 1/4 cup of roasted peanuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup of fried shallots

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a small saucepan, combine vinegar, water, brown sugar, salt, and red chili flakes. Bring to a boil and stir until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let it cool.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the julienned papaya, roasted peanuts, and fried shallots.
3. Pour the cooled vinegar mixture over the papaya mixture and toss to combine.
4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 5 minutes
Temperature:
- None
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Fat: 5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Fiber: 3 g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Papaya can be substituted with green mango or cucumber.
- Roasted peanuts can be substituted with cashews or almonds.
- Fried shallots can be substituted with sliced red onions.

Variations:
- Add sliced carrots or red bell peppers for extra crunch and color.
- Use white vinegar instead of brown vinegar for a milder taste.
- Add a tablespoon of fish sauce for a savory flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Use a julienne peeler or a mandoline to easily julienne the papaya.
- Adjust the amount of red chili flakes according to your preferred level of spiciness.
- Serve the asinan pepaya with a side of shrimp crackers for a traditional Indonesian snack.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
- None

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the asinan pepaya in a shallow bowl or plate.
- Garnish with additional chopped peanuts and fried shallots.

Garnishes:
- Chopped peanuts
- Fried shallots
- Sliced red chili

Pairings:
- Shrimp crackers
- Fried tofu
- Grilled chicken skewers

Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed rice
- Mie goreng (Indonesian fried noodles)
- Gado-gado (Indonesian salad with peanut sauce)

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the vinegar mixture is too sweet, add more vinegar to balance the flavors.
- If the papaya is too soft, soak it in ice water for 10 minutes before mixing with the other ingredients.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and all the ingredients before preparing the dish.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within 2 days.

Food history:
- Asinan is a traditional Indonesian salad made with a variety of fruits and vegetables. It is typically served as a snack or appetizer.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, sour, and spicy

Serving suggestions:
- Serve chilled as a snack or appetizer.

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Region: Indonesian

Taste: Tangy, Sour, Sweet, Spicy, Savory