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Tapioca Kolak Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup tapioca pearls
- 4 cups water
- 1 can (400 ml) coconut milk
- 1/2 cup palm sugar
- 1 pandan leaf
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1/2 cup jackfruit, sliced

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the tapioca pearls in cold water and drain.
2. In a pot, bring the water to a boil and add the tapioca pearls. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the tapioca pearls are translucent.
3. Drain the tapioca pearls and set aside.
4. In another pot, combine the coconut milk, palm sugar, pandan leaf, and salt. Cook over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved.
5. Add the cooked tapioca pearls, sliced bananas, and jackfruit to the pot. Stir well and cook for another 5-10 minutes.
6. Remove the pandan leaf and discard.
7. Serve the Tapioca Kolak warm or chilled.


- Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cooking time: 30-35 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 2g
- Fiber: 2g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use regular sugar instead of palm sugar.
- You can use other fruits such as mango, papaya, or pineapple.

Variations:
- You can add sweet potatoes or taro to the Tapioca Kolak.
- You can add a pinch of cinnamon or cardamom for extra flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Rinse the tapioca pearls well to remove excess starch.
- Cook the tapioca pearls until they are translucent.
- Use ripe bananas for a sweeter taste.
- Stir the Tapioca Kolak frequently to prevent sticking.

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

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the Tapioca Kolak in a pot over low heat until warm.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the Tapioca Kolak in bowls or cups.
- Garnish with shredded coconut or chopped nuts.

Garnishes:
- Shredded coconut
- Chopped nuts

Pairings:
- Serve with tea or coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
- None

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the Tapioca Kolak is too thick, add more water or coconut milk.
- If the Tapioca Kolak is too thin, cook it for a few more minutes.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the tapioca pearls thoroughly.

Food history:
- Tapioca Kolak is a traditional Indonesian dessert.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, creamy, and tropical.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the Tapioca Kolak as a dessert or snack.

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Region: Indonesian

Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Nutty, Coconutty