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Soto Babi Bali (Balinese-Style Pork Soup) Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 kg pork ribs
- 2 liters water
- 2 stalks lemongrass, bruised
- 4 kaffir lime leaves
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 cm galangal, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 shallots, minced
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 200 g bean sprouts, blanched
- 2 boiled eggs, halved
- 2 tbsp fried shallots
- 2 tbsp chopped celery leaves
- 2 tbsp chopped scallions
- 2 limes, cut into wedges

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large pot, boil the pork ribs in water for 10 minutes. Discard the water and rinse the pork ribs.
2. In the same pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and shallots and sauté until fragrant.
3. Add the coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Stir well.
4. Add the pork ribs, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, bay leaves, and galangal. Stir well.
5. Add the water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 1 hour or until the pork ribs are tender.
6. Add the sugar and adjust the seasoning to taste.
7. To serve, divide the blanched bean sprouts and boiled eggs into bowls. Ladle the soup over the top. Garnish with fried shallots, celery leaves, scallions, and lime wedges.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 1 hour 15 minutes
5. Temperature:
- None
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 550
- Fat: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 45g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pork ribs can be substituted with chicken or beef.
- Kaffir lime leaves can be substituted with lime zest.
- Galangal can be substituted with ginger.

Variations:
- Add vermicelli noodles to the soup for a heartier meal.
- Use shrimp instead of pork ribs for a seafood version of the soup.
- Add coconut milk for a creamier soup.

Tips and tricks:
- To save time, use a pressure cooker to cook the pork ribs.
- Blanch the bean sprouts in boiling water for 1 minute to remove any bacteria.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the soup in a pot over medium heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the soup in a large bowl with the garnishes arranged on top.

Garnishes:
- Fried shallots, celery leaves, scallions, and lime wedges.

Pairings:
- Serve the soup with steamed rice and a side of sambal (Indonesian chili sauce).

Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed rice and sambal.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too salty, add more water to dilute it.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pork ribs thoroughly to avoid any foodborne illnesses.

Food history:
- Soto Babi Bali is a traditional Balinese soup that is typically served during special occasions.

Flavor profiles:
- The soup is savory and slightly spicy with a hint of sweetness from the sugar.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the soup hot with steamed rice and a side of sambal.

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Region: Indonesian

Taste: Savory, Spicy, Tangy, Aromatic, Umami