Ingredients with Measurements:
- 500g kangkung (water spinach)
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 shallots, sliced
- 2 red chili peppers, sliced
- 2 tbsp sambal oelek (Indonesian chili paste)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt to taste
Special equipment needed: None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Wash the kangkung thoroughly and cut it into 2-inch pieces.
2. Heat the oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat.
3. Add the garlic, shallots, and chili peppers and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the sambal oelek and stir-fry for another minute.
5. Add the kangkung and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
6. Add the soy sauce, sugar, and salt to taste and stir-fry for another minute.
7. Serve hot with steamed rice.
15 minutes
5. Temperature: Medium-high heat
Serving size: 4
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 97
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Fiber: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Kangkung can be substituted with spinach or bok choy.
- Sambal oelek can be substituted with any chili paste or hot sauce.
Variations:
- Add shrimp or chicken for a protein boost.
- Add chopped tomatoes for a tangy twist.
- Use different types of chili peppers for different levels of spiciness.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to wash the kangkung thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
- Stir-fry the garlic, shallots, and chili peppers first to infuse the oil with flavor.
- Adjust the amount of sambal oelek and salt to taste.
Storage instructions: Kangkung sambal is best served fresh and should not be stored for more than a day.
Reheating instructions: Kangkung sambal can be reheated in a microwave or on the stove over low heat.
Presentation ideas: Serve the kangkung sambal in a large bowl or on a platter with steamed rice on the side.
Garnishes: Garnish with sliced red chili peppers or chopped cilantro.
Pairings: Kangkung sambal pairs well with steamed rice and other Indonesian dishes such as nasi goreng (fried rice) or ayam goreng (fried chicken).
Suggested side dishes: Serve with a side of acar (Indonesian pickles) or krupuk (Indonesian crackers).
Troubleshooting advice: If the kangkung is too watery, increase the heat and stir-fry for a longer time to evaporate the excess water.
Food safety advice: Make sure to wash the kangkung thoroughly to remove any bacteria or contaminants.
Food history: Kangkung sambal is a popular Indonesian dish that is commonly served as a side dish or appetizer.
Flavor profiles: Kangkung sambal is spicy, savory, and slightly sweet.
Serving suggestions: Serve the kangkung sambal hot with steamed rice and other Indonesian dishes.
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Region: Indonesian