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Pisang Goreng - Indonesian Fried Banana

Pisang Goreng - Indonesian Fried Banana

The key to crispy pisang goreng lies in the batter. Learn the secret to the perfect batter to recreate this beloved Indonesian fried bananas in your home.

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Kering Tempeh - Fried Tempeh with Sweet and Spicy Glace

Kering Tempeh - Fried Tempeh with Sweet and Spicy Glace

Deep-fried tempeh with sweet and spicy glace (kering tempeh) is one of the most delicious Indonesian tempeh dish. Make double/triple batches if sharing.

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Kangkung Tumis Terasi

Kangkung Tumis Terasi

Learn how to cook Indonesian most beloved vegetable dish, kangkung tumis terasi (stir-fried water spinach), with a primer on terasi/belacan/shrimp paste.

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Plecing Bayam - Spinach with Spicy Tomato Sauce

Plecing Bayam - Spinach with Spicy Tomato Sauce

Master how to prepare this delicious spicy tomato sauce to turn any fresh vegetables into plecing, a signature vegetables dish from the island of Lombok.

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Ayam Rica Rica - Manado Chicken with Chili Sauce

Ayam Rica Rica - Manado Chicken with Chili Sauce

Red chilies, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and lime juice are the key ingredients to transform a chicken into a bold, spicy, fresh, and citrusy dish.

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Es Cendol

Es Cendol

Learn how to make cendol with my step-by-step guide. Don't forget the pandan infused coconut milk and palm sugar syrup to enjoy your homemade ice cendol.

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Homemade Tempeh

Homemade Tempeh

Learn how to make Indonesian tempeh with my complete step-by-step guide, with a detailed explanation to culture tempeh, and tricks to dehull soybean skins.

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Rendang Sapi Padang - Padang Style Beef Rendang

Rendang Sapi Padang - Padang Style Beef Rendang

Recreate the world's most delicious food (beef rendang) in your kitchen. Now you don't have to visit Indonesia or Malaysia to sample authentic rendang.

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Semur Ayam - Chicken in Nutmeg and Sweet Soy Sauce

Semur Ayam - Chicken in Nutmeg and Sweet Soy Sauce

Indonesian semur ayam is a delicious way to prepare bone-in chicken pieces and potatoes in a blend of spices, nutmeg, and kecap manis (sweet soy sauce).

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Bingka Labu - Kabocha Pumpkin and Coconut Milk Cake

Bingka Labu - Kabocha Pumpkin and Coconut Milk Cake

Learn to bake Indonesian bingka labu (a kabocha pumpkin cake), where one batter splits into a softer custard filling and a firm outer crust, an instant pie.

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Wajik - Sticky Rice in Palm Sugar and Pandan Leaves

Wajik - Sticky Rice in Palm Sugar and Pandan Leaves

Learn how to prepare wajik (Indonesian sticky rice cakes) with only 4 ingredients: white sticky rice, coconut milk, palm sugar, and pandan leaves. Vegan and gluten-free.

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Chwee Kueh - Water Cake With Preserved Radish

Chwee Kueh - Water Cake With Preserved Radish

How to cook chwee kueh (water cakes) at home with a steamer or a microwave. These cakes are delicious with the generous amount of preserved radish topping.

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