Introduction
Sayur Asem is a traditional Indonesian soup that is known for its sour and savory flavor. The soup is typically made with a mix of vegetables such as corn, chayote, and string beans, all cooked in a tamarind broth. Today, we will be sharing a recipe for Sayur Asem with Bumbu Ulek, a traditional Indonesian spice paste made with chili, garlic, and shallots.
Ingredients
To make Sayur Asem Bumbu Ulek, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup of corn
- 1 chayote, cut into cubes
- 1 cup of string beans, cut into small pieces
- 2 cups of water
- 1 tablespoon of tamarind paste
- 2 tablespoons of palm sugar
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 2 tablespoons of oil
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 5 shallots
- 5 red chilies
Instructions
1. Begin by making the Bumbu Ulek. In a mortar and pestle, grind together the garlic, shallots, and red chilies until it forms a smooth paste.
2. In a pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the Bumbu Ulek and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the corn, chayote, and string beans to the pot and stir well to coat the vegetables in the Bumbu Ulek.
4. Pour in the water, tamarind paste, palm sugar, and salt into the pot and stir well.
5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
6. Serve the Sayur Asem Bumbu Ulek hot with steamed rice.
Nutrition
This recipe yields four servings. Each serving of Sayur Asem Bumbu Ulek contains approximately:
- Calories: 129
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 602mg
Tips
- To make the Bumbu Ulek, you can also use a food processor or blender if you don't have a mortar and pestle.
- Some variations of Sayur Asem also include tomatoes, lemongrass, and bay leaves.
- Adjust the amount of chilies to your preference. If you prefer a milder soup, you can reduce the amount of chilies or remove the seeds before grinding them.
- The palm sugar can be substituted with brown sugar or regular sugar if you don't have palm sugar.
- Leftover Sayur Asem Bumbu Ulek can be stored in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave before serving.
