Bakwan Sayur

Crispy, golden, and bursting with vibrant flavors, Bakwan Sayur is Indonesia’s beloved vegetable fritter that combines simplicity with irresistible taste. Made from a medley of shredded cabbage, julienned carrots, and crunchy bean sprouts, this delectable snack is bound together with a lightly spiced batter infused with coconut milk, turmeric, and coriander for a subtle flavor boost. Deep-fried to perfection, these fritters boast a satisfyingly crisp texture that pairs perfectly with a side of spicy chili sauce or sambal. Ideal as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a savory side dish, Bakwan Sayur is quick to prepare and packed with wholesome vegetables, making it a must-try recipe for any home cook eager to explore authentic Indonesian flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Cabbage, finely shredded
• 1 medium Carrot, julienned
• 100 grams Bean sprouts
• 2 stalks Scallions, thinly sliced
• 150 grams All-purpose flour
• 50 grams Rice flour
• 1 large Egg
• 100 ml Coconut milk
• 100 ml Water
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 500 ml Vegetable oil, for frying

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rice flour, and salt.

Step 2

Add the egg, coconut milk, and water to the flour mixture. Whisk well until the batter is smooth and lump-free.

Step 3

Fold in the garlic, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and black pepper into the batter.

Step 4

Add the shredded cabbage, julienned carrot, bean sprouts, and sliced scallions to the batter. Mix until all the vegetables are well-coated with the batter.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until it's hot but not smoking.

Step 6

Carefully scoop out heaping tablespoons of the mixture and gently drop them into the hot oil.

Step 7

Fry the fritters for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

Remove the fritters using a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 9

Repeat the process with the remaining batter.

Step 10

Serve the bakwan sayur hot as a snack or side dish with chili sauce or sambal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1367.5 grams (1367.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5416

Total Fat 510.80g	655%
Saturated Fat 72.60g	363%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 220mg	73%
Sodium 3763mg	164%
Total Carbohydrate 193.90g	71%
Dietary Fiber 16.00g	57%
Total Sugars 21.60g
Protein 33.50g	67%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 236mg	18%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 1277mg	27%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 83.5%

Protein: 2.4%

Carbs: 14.1%