Nut-Free Seblak

Dive into the bold and comforting flavors of Nut-Free Seblak, a delicious twist on the traditional Indonesian street food dish, thoughtfully crafted for those with nut allergies. This recipe features chewy, softened rice crackers simmered in a fragrant, spice-forward broth infused with cayenne pepper, turmeric, and fresh ginger. Quickly sautéed shallots and garlic lay the aromatic foundation while a scrambled egg adds a creamy, hearty touch. Pak choy leaves bring a burst of freshness and nutrition, perfectly balancing the umami-rich soy sauce seasoning. Ready in under 40 minutes, this vibrant and allergen-friendly seblak is an easy, one-pan crowd-pleaser ideal for lunch or dinner. Enjoy it piping hot for a comforting, nut-free taste of Indonesia!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 150 grams rice crackers
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 whole shallots
• 3 whole garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 1 inch ginger
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 whole egg
• 4 leaves pak choy leaves
• 500 milliliters water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

Directions

Step 1

Soak the rice crackers in warm water until soft, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Peel and finely chop the shallots and garlic. Grate the ginger.

Step 3

Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped shallots and garlic to the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in grated ginger, cayenne pepper, and turmeric powder. Sauté for another 1-2 minutes.

Step 6

Push the sautéed spices to one side of the pan. Crack an egg into the empty space and scramble it until fully cooked.

Step 7

Mix the scrambled egg with the spices, then add the drained rice crackers and stir well to combine.

Step 8

Pour in water and season with salt, sugar, and soy sauce. Stir to ensure the flavors are well combined.

Step 9

Add pak choy leaves, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the leaves are wilted and the crackers have absorbed most of the liquid.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot and enjoy your nut-free seblak!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	905.4 grams (905.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	992

Total Fat 36.80g	47%
Saturated Fat 5.80g	29%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.60g
Cholesterol 196mg	65%
Sodium 4415mg	192%
Total Carbohydrate 147.00g	53%
Dietary Fiber 7.40g	26%
Total Sugars 10.40g
Protein 22.50g	45%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 206mg	16%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 874mg	19%

*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: 32.8%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 58.3%