Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 cups water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 cardamom pods, crushed
- 1/4 cup grated ginger
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
Special equipment needed:
- Saucepan
- Strainer
- Mugs
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a saucepan, bring water, cinnamon stick, and crushed cardamom pods to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to low and add grated ginger. Simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and strain the mixture.
4. Stir in honey and sweetened condensed milk until well combined.
5. Pour the mixture into mugs and serve hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
Low heat
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 100
Total fat: 1g
Saturated fat: 0.5g
Cholesterol: 5mg
Sodium: 35mg
Total carbohydrates: 22g
Dietary fiber: 0g
Sugar: 20g
Protein: 1g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of honey, you can use maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Instead of sweetened condensed milk, you can use coconut milk or almond milk.
Variations:
- Add a pinch of ground cloves or nutmeg for a spicier flavor.
- Use brown sugar instead of honey for a richer taste.
- Add a splash of rum or brandy for an adult version.
Tips and tricks:
- Use fresh ginger for the best flavor.
- Crush the cardamom pods before adding them to the saucepan to release their flavor.
- Adjust the amount of honey to your taste preference.
Storage instructions:
Refrigerate any leftover bandrek in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the bandrek in a saucepan over low heat until warm.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the bandrek in mugs with a cinnamon stick as a stirrer.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle ground cinnamon or nutmeg on top of the bandrek.
Pairings:
Serve the bandrek with traditional Indonesian snacks like fried bananas or cassava chips.
Suggested side dishes:
Nasi goreng (Indonesian fried rice) or mie goreng (Indonesian fried noodles).
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the bandrek is too sweet, add more water to dilute it.
- If the bandrek is too spicy, reduce the amount of ginger or cardamom.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use clean and fresh ingredients to avoid any foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
Bandrek is a traditional Indonesian hot drink that is often consumed during cold weather. It is believed to have originated from West Java.
Flavor profiles:
Bandrek has a sweet and spicy flavor with hints of cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the bandrek hot as a comforting drink on a cold day.
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Region: Indonesian