Wedang Ronde with Pandan Leaves Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup palm sugar, grated
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 2 pandan leaves, tied into a knot
- 6 cups water

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine glutinous rice flour and water. Mix until it forms a smooth dough.
2. Divide the dough into small balls, about 1/2 inch in diameter.
3. In a pot, bring 6 cups of water to a boil. Add the glutinous rice balls and cook until they float to the surface, about 3-5 minutes.
4. Remove the cooked glutinous rice balls from the pot and set aside.
5. In the same pot, add chopped roasted peanuts, grated palm sugar, coconut milk, and pandan leaves. Stir until the palm sugar is dissolved and the mixture is heated through.
6. Add the cooked glutinous rice balls to the pot and stir to combine.
7. Simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens slightly.
8. Remove the pandan leaves and discard.
9. Serve hot.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- None
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 5g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Roasted peanuts can be substituted with other nuts, such as cashews or almonds.
- Palm sugar can be substituted with brown sugar or honey.
- Pandan leaves can be substituted with vanilla extract.

Variations:
- Add sliced bananas or sweet potatoes to the pot for a heartier version of the dish.
- Use different types of nuts or dried fruits for added texture and flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the glutinous rice balls are cooked through before adding them to the pot.
- Stir the pot occasionally to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom.
- Adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less palm sugar.

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

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in a pot over low heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in individual bowls or mugs.
- Garnish with additional chopped peanuts or pandan leaves.

Garnishes:
- Chopped peanuts
- Pandan leaves

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of crackers or cookies.

Suggested side dishes:
- None

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too thick, add more water to thin it out.
- If the mixture is too thin, simmer for a few more minutes to thicken.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the glutinous rice balls thoroughly to prevent any foodborne illnesses.

Food history:
- Wedang Ronde is a traditional Indonesian dessert that is typically served during the cold season.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet and nutty with a hint of pandan flavor.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as a dessert or snack.

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Region: Indonesian

Taste: Sweet, Fragrant, Spicy, Nutty