Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup emping (melinjo nut crackers)
- 1/2 cup chili sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt to taste
Special equipment needed:
- None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Spread emping on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes until crispy.
3. In a small saucepan, combine chili sauce, water, sugar, lime juice, and salt. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens.
4. Serve emping with chili sauce on the side.
- Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
- 2-4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Emping can be substituted with other crackers or chips.
- Chili sauce can be substituted with hot sauce or salsa.
Variations:
- Add chopped cilantro or green onions to the chili sauce for extra flavor.
- Use different types of crackers or chips for a different texture.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to spread the emping evenly on the baking sheet to ensure even baking.
- Adjust the amount of chili sauce and sugar to your liking.
Storage instructions:
- Store emping in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Store chili sauce in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat emping in the oven for a few minutes to regain its crispiness.
- Reheat chili sauce in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve emping and chili sauce on a platter with a garnish of chopped cilantro or green onions.
Garnishes:
- Chopped cilantro or green onions
Pairings:
- Emping with chili sauce pairs well with a cold beer or a glass of white wine.
Suggested side dishes:
- Emping with chili sauce can be served as an appetizer or snack on its own.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the emping is not crispy enough, bake it for a few more minutes.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to store emping and chili sauce properly to prevent spoilage.
Food history:
- Emping is a traditional Indonesian snack made from melinjo nuts.
Flavor profiles:
- Emping is crispy and slightly nutty, while the chili sauce is sweet, spicy, and tangy.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve emping with chili sauce as an appetizer or snack.
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Region: Indonesian