Ingredients with Measurements:
- 500g pork skin
- 2 cups vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 red chili peppers, sliced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp lime juice
Special equipment needed:
- Deep-fryer or large pot
- Food processor or mortar and pestle
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the pork skin thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels.
2. Cut the pork skin into small pieces and place them in a food processor or mortar and pestle. Grind until the pork skin becomes a fine powder.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep-fryer or large pot over medium-high heat.
4. Add the ground pork skin to the hot oil and fry until crispy and golden brown. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
5. In a separate pan, sauté the minced garlic and sliced chili peppers until fragrant.
6. Add the crispy pork skin to the pan and mix well with the garlic and chili peppers.
7. Season with salt, sugar, and lime juice to taste.
8. Serve the Kerupuk Kulit Babi Sambal hot or at room temperature.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Deep-fryer or large pot: medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 4-6 people
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350 per serving
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pork skin can be substituted with chicken skin or fish skin.
- Vegetable oil can be substituted with peanut oil or canola oil.
- Red chili peppers can be substituted with green chili peppers or jalapeño peppers.
Variations:
- Add chopped scallions or cilantro for extra flavor.
- Use different spices such as cumin or paprika for a different flavor profile.
- Serve with a side of rice or noodles for a more filling meal.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to rinse the pork skin thoroughly to remove any impurities.
- Pat the pork skin dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture before grinding.
- Be careful when frying the pork skin as it can splatter hot oil.
- Adjust the amount of chili peppers to your desired level of spiciness.
Storage instructions:
- Store the Kerupuk Kulit Babi Sambal in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the Kerupuk Kulit Babi Sambal in a pan over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the Kerupuk Kulit Babi Sambal on a platter with a side of sliced cucumbers and tomatoes.
Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped scallions or cilantro for extra flavor.
Pairings:
- Serve with a cold beer or a glass of iced tea.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve with a side of rice or noodles for a more filling meal.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pork skin is not crispy enough, fry it for a few more minutes until golden brown.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pork skin thoroughly to avoid any foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
- Kerupuk Kulit Babi Sambal is a popular Indonesian snack that originated in Java.
Flavor profiles:
- Spicy, salty, and savory.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a snack or appetizer.
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Region: Indonesian