Bakwan
Bakwan is a popular Indonesian street food, usually made with vegetables and deep-fried. It is one of the most popular appetizers in Indonesian cuisine, often served with chili sauce or a soy sauce-based dipping sauce. Bakwan originally spread to Indonesia under the influence of Chinese cuisine, and since then, many variations have emerged. This simple yet delicious dish is the perfect choice for a light snack or as an appetizer for an Asian-inspired dinner.
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Ingredients for this recipe
Servings: 4
150
g
All-purpose flour
50
g
Rice flour
200
ml
Water
1
Egg
100
g
White cabbage
1
Carrot
2
stalks
Green onion
2
cloves
Garlic
0.5
tsp
Ground coriander
1
tsp
Salt
0.5
tsp
Black pepper
500
ml
Oil (for frying)
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Preparation Steps
1
Thinly slice the white cabbage, carrot, and green onion.
2
In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rice flour, salt, pepper, and ground coriander.
3
Add the water and egg, and stir until you have a smooth batter.
4
Fold in the chopped vegetables and mix well to coat them evenly with the batter.
5
In a deep skillet or wok, heat the oil over medium heat until hot.
6
Using a spoon, drop small portions of the batter into the hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
7
Remove the fried bakwan to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
8
Serve hot with sweet chili sauce or soy sauce dipping sauce.
