🇮🇩 Indonesian Cuisine · Street Food

Es Campur

Prep

15 mins

Cook

0 mins

Serves

2

Difficulty

Easy

A mixed shaved ice dessert of coconut jelly, avocado, red bean, and jackfruit in rose syrup and condensed milk.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg chicken thighs
  • 300g rice noodles
  • a handful of sliced lemongrass
  • 1 tsp crushed candlenuts
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 200g long beans
  • a handful of fresh cilantro, chopped
  • crispy fried shallots, for serving
  • 400ml tamarind water
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the compressed rice cakes (lontong) base and set it aside to rest while you get the filling ready.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, combine the firm tofu, shallots, sliced shallots, and tamarind paste, mixing well so everything is evenly seasoned.

  3. 3

    Heat neutral vegetable oil in a skillet, wok, or on a griddle over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  4. 4

    Cook the compressed rice cakes (lontong) until lightly golden on each side, then transfer to a warm plate.

  5. 5

    Fry, grill, or steam the firm tofu mixture until cooked through and lightly charred at the edges, about 0 mins.

  6. 6

    Assemble by layering the compressed rice cakes (lontong) with the filling, a spoonful of roasted peanuts, and a scattering of Thai basil.

Tips

Keep the neutral vegetable oil hot but not smoking — a thermometer helps you nail the perfect frying or grilling temperature.

Prep all your fillings and toppings before you start cooking, since this dish comes together quickly once the heat is on.

Serve immediately for the best contrast between a crisp exterior and a warm, tender filling.