Rujak

Rujak is a vibrant Indonesian fruit salad that combines fresh tropical fruits with a spicy and tangy dressing made from chili, palm sugar, and tamarind. It’s a refreshing dish that balances sweet, spicy, and sour flavors, perfect for a warm day.

Indonesian · 20 min · 4 servings · cocina_diego

Ingredients

• 1 mango, sliced
• 200 g pineapple, diced
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 150 g jicama, diced
• 2 tbsp tamarind paste
• 50 g palm sugar, grated
• 1 red chili, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 50 g peanuts, crushed

Method

1. In a bowl, combine the tamarind paste, grated palm sugar, chopped red chili, salt, and lime juice to create the dressing. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.
2. Prepare the fruits: slice the mango, dice the pineapple and jicama, and slice the cucumber. Place all the fruits in a large mixing bowl.
3. Pour the dressing over the mixed fruits and toss gently to coat all the pieces evenly.
4. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Serve the rujak in a traditional wooden bowl or a large plate.
6. Sprinkle the crushed peanuts on top for added crunch before serving.

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