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Banana and Jackfruit Rujak Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 cup jackfruit, sliced
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, crushed
- 1/2 cup palm sugar, grated
- 1/4 cup tamarind paste
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon shrimp paste

Special equipment needed:
- Mortar and pestle

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mortar and pestle, grind the palm sugar, tamarind paste, water, salt, chili powder, and shrimp paste until smooth.
2. In a bowl, mix the sliced bananas and jackfruit.
3. Pour the sauce over the fruit and mix well.
4. Sprinkle the crushed peanuts on top.
5. Serve immediately.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
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Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 280
- Total fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 610mg
- Total carbohydrates: 50g
- Dietary fiber: 5g
- Sugars: 30g
- Protein: 5g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of jackfruit, you can use pineapple or mango.
- Instead of shrimp paste, you can use fish sauce.

Variations:
- You can add sliced cucumbers or carrots for a crunchier texture.
- You can use different types of nuts, such as cashews or almonds.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the palm sugar is grated finely to avoid lumps in the sauce.
- Adjust the amount of chili powder according to your preference for spiciness.
- You can make the sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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

Reheating instructions:
- N/A

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the rujak in a bowl or on a plate.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or mint.

Garnishes:
- Crushed peanuts
- Fresh herbs

Pairings:
- Serve with grilled meats or seafood.

Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed rice
- Fried noodles

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thick, add more water to thin it out.
- If the sauce is too thin, add more palm sugar to thicken it.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure all ingredients are fresh and properly washed before using.

Food history:
- Rujak is a traditional Indonesian fruit salad that is typically served as a snack or dessert.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, sour, spicy, and savory.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the rujak as a refreshing snack on a hot day.

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Region: Indonesian

Taste: Sweet, Tangy, Spicy, Fruity