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batagor

Batagor Recipe

Batagor, a popular Indonesian dish found on the streets of Indonesia, is a savory snack made with fried tofu, fish, and/or shrimp batagor served with a spicy peanut sauce, crackers, and cucumber.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indonesian
Keyword: batagor recipe
Servings: 4
Calories: 335kcal

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons of Himalayan pink salt
  • 400 grams of unsalted roasted peanuts
  • 600 milliliters of coconut milk
  • 100 grams of coconut sugar
  • 8 cloves of roasted garlic
  • Juice of 1 large lime
  • 4 red Thai chili peppers – chopped optional, adjust to spice preference
  • 6-10 fresh lime kaffir leaves optional
  • 10 cloves of minced roasted garlic
  • 2 eggs free-range or organic
  • 2 teaspoons of sea salt
  • 600 grams of ground turkey or shrimp/fish
  • 2 teaspoons of freshly ground white peppercorns
  • 200 grams of tapioca starch
  • 10-20 pieces of crispy fried tofu quantity based on tofu size
  • 20 dumpling sheets / wonton sheets

Instructions

  • In a food processor, blend the unsalted roasted peanuts until they form a smooth paste.
  • In a saucepan, combine the peanut paste, coconut sugar, roasted garlic, Himalayan pink salt, coconut milk, lime juice, kaffir lime leaves (if using), and chopped red Thai chili peppers. Cook this mixture over low heat, stirring occasionally until it thickens. Set aside.
  • n a mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey or shrimp/fish with tapioca starch, eggs, minced roasted garlic, sea salt, and freshly ground white peppercorns. Mix until well-combined.
  • Lay out the dumpling or wonton sheets on a clean surface.
  • Place a spoonful of the prepared filling in the center of each sheet. Add a piece of crispy fried tofu on top of the filling.
  • Fold the sheets over the filling to create a rectangular shape, then seal the edges by pressing firmly with your fingers or using a fork to crimp the edges shut.
  • You have two options for cooking:
  • Arrange the assembled batagor in a steamer and steam for about 10-15 minutes until cooked through.
  • Heat oil in a pan and fry the assembled batagor until they turn golden brown and crispy on the outside.
  • Once cooked, arrange the batagor on a serving plate.
  • Serve the batagor with the prepared peanut sauce on the side or drizzled on top.
  • Garnish with additional kaffir lime leaves, chopped peanuts, or a lime wedge for extra flavor.

Notes

  • You can use any type of fish, tofu, and/or shrimp for this recipe.
  • If you don't like spicy food, you can omit the chili paste from the peanut sauce.
  • You can substitute the crackers with your favorite type of crackers.
  • You can use vegetable oil or canola oil for frying the pieces.
  • You can adjust the amount of spices in the batter and the peanut sauce according to your taste.
  • You can add other vegetables to the dish, such as carrots, bell peppers, and cabbage.

Nutrition

Calories: 335kcal
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