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Rujak Buah

A traditional Indonesian fruit salad featuring crisp tropical fruits tossed with a spicy, sweet, and tangy palm sugar dressing.

20 minEasyServes 4210 cal/serving

IndonesianSaladNo-CookPescatarianHigh FiberHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 red bird's eye chilies, stemmed
  • 1/2 tsp toasted shrimp paste
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup palm sugar, chopped
  • 2 tbsp tamarind paste
  • 2 tbsp warm water
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, crushed
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple, sliced
  • 1 cup peeled jicama, sliced
  • 1 cup unripe green mango, sliced
  • 1 cup cucumber, sliced

Instructions

  1. 1

    Grind 2 stemmed red bird's eye chilies, 1/2 tsp toasted shrimp paste, and 1/2 tsp salt together using a mortar and pestle until fine.

  2. 2

    Add 1/2 cup chopped palm sugar and continue mashing until smooth.

  3. 3

    Mix in 2 tbsp tamarind paste, 2 tbsp warm water, and 1/4 cup crushed roasted peanuts until a thick dressing forms.

  4. 4

    Arrange 2 cups sliced fresh pineapple, 1 cup sliced peeled jicama, 1 cup sliced unripe green mango, and 1 cup sliced cucumber on a serving platter.

  5. 5

    Drizzle dressing over fruit or serve as a dip on the side.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for shrimp paste in Rujak Buah?

The entry for Rujak Buah calls for 1/2 tsp toasted shrimp paste. In its place: Fish sauce, or a mashed anchovy fillet, at about the same volume. For vegetarian cooking, use a dark miso.

Can I make Rujak Buah less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Rujak Buah comes from 2 red bird's eye chilies, stemmed. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the chilies, or use half; nothing else in the method changes.

Does Rujak Buah contain peanuts?

Yes: 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, crushed. The full allergen list for this entry is peanuts and shellfish. Where the peanuts are a garnish, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds give the same crunch. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Rujak Buah?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 210 calories, with 4 g protein, 45 g carbohydrate and 5 g fat, plus 5 g fiber and 320 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Rujak Buah?

Water seeps out of the cucumber as the salad sits, so keep the dressing apart and toss Rujak Buah just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. Store the peanuts at room temperature so it stays crisp. It does not freeze.

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