Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup emping (melinjo nut crackers)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp tamarind paste
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 red chili peppers, chopped
- 1 tsp shrimp paste
Special equipment needed: None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a bowl, mix the emping with vegetable oil, salt, and sugar.
3. Spread the emping on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes until golden brown.
4. In a pan, sauté the chopped tomatoes, red onion, garlic, and red chili peppers until fragrant.
5. Add the tamarind paste, water, and shrimp paste. Stir well and cook for 5 minutes.
6. Serve the emping with the sambal sauce on the side.
15 minutes preparation, 15 minutes cooking
Temperature: 350°F (180°C)
Serving size: 2-4 people
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Emping can be substituted with other crackers or chips.
- Tamarind paste can be substituted with lime juice.
- Shrimp paste can be substituted with fish sauce.
Variations:
- Add chopped cilantro or basil to the sambal sauce for extra flavor.
- Use different types of chili peppers for varying levels of spiciness.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to spread the emping evenly on the baking sheet to ensure even browning.
- Adjust the amount of chili peppers to your desired level of spiciness.
Storage instructions:
- Store the emping and sambal sauce separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the emping in the oven for 5 minutes at 350°F (180°C).
- Reheat the sambal sauce in a pan over low heat.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the emping and sambal sauce on a platter with fresh vegetables for dipping.
Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped cilantro or basil.
Pairings:
- Serve with a cold beer or iced tea.
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh vegetables such as cucumber, carrot, and bell pepper.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the emping is not crispy enough, bake for an additional 5 minutes.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the sambal sauce thoroughly to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
- Emping is a traditional Indonesian snack made from melinjo nuts.
Flavor profiles:
- The emping is crispy and slightly nutty, while the sambal sauce is spicy and tangy.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as an appetizer or snack.
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Region: Indonesian