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Genjer Salad Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 bunch of genjer (water spinach), washed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red chili, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup of roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon of tamarind paste
- 1 tablespoon of palm sugar
- 2 tablespoons of fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon of lime juice
- Salt to taste

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a small bowl, mix tamarind paste, palm sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
2. Blanch the genjer in boiling water for 1-2 minutes until tender but still crisp. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched genjer, sliced red onion, and red chili.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well coated.
5. Sprinkle the chopped peanuts on top of the salad.
6. Serve immediately.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 2 minutes
Temperature:
- Room temperature
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 6g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- If you can't find genjer, you can use regular spinach or kale instead.
- If you don't have tamarind paste, you can use lime juice or vinegar instead.
- If you don't have palm sugar, you can use brown sugar or honey instead.
- If you don't have fish sauce, you can use soy sauce or oyster sauce instead.

Variations:
- You can add sliced cucumber or cherry tomatoes to the salad for extra crunch and freshness.
- You can add grilled shrimp or chicken to make it a more substantial meal.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to rinse the genjer with cold water after blanching to stop the cooking process and prevent it from turning mushy.
- Adjust the amount of chili according to your preference for spiciness.
- You can make the dressing ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to a week.

Storage instructions:
- The salad can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
- This salad is best served cold and doesn't need to be reheated.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the salad in a large bowl or on individual plates.
- Garnish with extra chopped peanuts and sliced red chili for a pop of color.

Garnishes:
- Chopped peanuts
- Sliced red chili

Pairings:
- This salad pairs well with grilled meats or seafood.

Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed rice
- Grilled vegetables

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dressing is too sour, add more palm sugar to balance it out.
- If the genjer is too tough, blanch it for a few more minutes until it's tender.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash the genjer thoroughly before using it in the salad.

Food history:
- Genjer is a popular leafy vegetable in Southeast Asia, especially in Indonesia and Malaysia.

Flavor profiles:
- This salad is sweet, sour, salty, and spicy all at once.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the salad as a side dish or as a light lunch or dinner.

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Region: Indonesian

Taste: Tangy, Spicy, Refreshing, Nutty, Aromatic