Recipe of Rojak
Rojak is a popular Malaysian salad known for its delightful mix of flavors and textures. This dish combines a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables with a sweet and tangy shrimp paste sauce. It's a refreshing and satisfying way to enjoy a taste of Malaysia.
Recipe Summary
Preparation
20 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Category
Salads
Ingredients
- 2 cups of pineapple, cubed
- 2 cups of cucumber, julienned
- 1 cup of jicama, julienned
- 1 cup of turnip, julienned
- 1 cup of firm tofu, cubed and fried
- 1/2 cup of roasted peanuts
- 2-3 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
- For the Shrimp Paste Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons of shrimp paste (belacan)
- 2 tablespoons of tamarind paste
- 1/4 cup of water
- 3 tablespoons of sugar
- 1-2 red chili peppers, chopped
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Instructions:
- Prepare the shrimp paste sauce by mixing shrimp paste, tamarind paste, water, sugar, and chopped chili peppers. Adjust the sweetness and spiciness to your liking.
- In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, cucumber, jicama, and turnip.
- Pour the shrimp paste sauce over the fruits and vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
- Top the salad with fried tofu, roasted peanuts, and sliced hard-boiled eggs.
- Serve your delicious Rojak immediately. Enjoy the wonderful combination of flavors!
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Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Rojak and get the best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
- Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
- Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Rojak to give a different touch to your preparation.
- Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
- Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
- Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 20 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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