Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup tapioca flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp ground white pepper
- 1/2 cup cooked and chopped shrimp
- Oil for frying
Special equipment needed:
- None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine tapioca flour, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground white pepper.
2. Gradually add water while mixing until a dough is formed.
3. Add chopped shrimp to the dough and mix well.
4. Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into small balls.
5. Flatten each ball into a disc shape.
6. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
7. Fry the cireng until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
8. Remove from the pan and place on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat for frying
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 180
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Shrimp can be substituted with other seafood such as crab or lobster.
Variations:
- Cireng can be filled with other ingredients such as cheese or vegetables.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent the cireng from sticking to the pan.
- Use a non-stick pan to prevent the cireng from sticking to the pan.
Storage instructions:
- Cireng can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Cireng can be reheated in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes or in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the cireng with a dipping sauce such as sweet chili sauce or soy sauce.
Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped scallions or cilantro.
Pairings:
- Cireng can be paired with other Indonesian snacks such as bakso or martabak.
Suggested side dishes:
- Cireng can be served as a side dish to Indonesian main dishes such as nasi goreng or rendang.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cireng is too sticky, add more tapioca flour to the dough.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the shrimp is cooked thoroughly before adding it to the dough.
Food history:
- Cireng is a popular Indonesian snack made from tapioca flour.
Flavor profiles:
- Cireng has a chewy texture and a savory flavor from the shrimp and spices.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the cireng as an appetizer or snack.
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Region: Indonesian