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Rujak Serus

A crisp Indonesian shredded fruit salad tossed in a tangy, sweet, and spicy palm sugar dressing.

20 minEasyServes 4110 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 unripe green mango, shredded
  • 1 cup jicama, shredded
  • 1 cup cucumber, shredded
  • 1/4 cup palm sugar, grated
  • 2 red bird's eye chilies, minced
  • 1 tbsp tamarind paste
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup warm water

Instructions

  1. 1

    Grind 2 minced red bird's eye chilies, 1/4 cup grated palm sugar, and 1/2 tsp salt together in a mortar or bowl.

  2. 2

    Stir in 1 tbsp tamarind paste and 1/4 cup warm water until the sugar dissolves into a thick dressing.

  3. 3

    Combine 2 shredded unripe green mango, 1 cup shredded jicama, and 1 cup shredded cucumber in a large mixing bowl.

  4. 4

    Pour the dressing over the shredded fruit, toss well, and chill before serving.

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Questions

What is Rujak Serus?

A crisp Indonesian shredded fruit salad tossed in a tangy, sweet, and spicy palm sugar dressing. This reference files it under Indonesian salad: made without cooking, rated easy and about 20 minutes start to finish.

What can I use instead of tamarind in Rujak Serus?

The entry for Rujak Serus calls for 1 tbsp tamarind paste. In its place: Equal parts lime juice and brown sugar give the same sour-sweet effect. Pomegranate molasses also works where you have it.

How hot is Rujak Serus?

Yes, it is properly hot. The heat in Rujak Serus comes from 2 red bird's eye chilies, minced. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the chilies, or use half; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

How many calories are in Rujak Serus?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 110 calories, with 1 g protein, 27 g carbohydrate and 0 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 300 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Rujak Serus keep?

Water seeps out of the cucumber as the salad sits, so keep the dressing apart and toss Rujak Serus just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

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