Arsik (coconut Milk Stewed Pork)

Arsik is a traditional Batak cuisine dish from Indonesia, featuring tender pork stewed in a rich and aromatic coconut milk sauce. This dish is bursting with flavor and is perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Batak Batak Cuisine Pork Coconut Milk Stew
Arsik (coconut Milk Stewed Pork)

Ingredients

  • 1 kg pork shoulder, cut into chunks
  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • 4 shallots, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 3 red chilies, sliced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 cups water

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add shallots, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until fragrant.
  2. Add pork chunks and cook until browned on all sides.
  3. Stir in turmeric powder, ground coriander, and ground cumin. Cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in coconut milk and water. Add lemongrass, tomatoes, red chilies, salt, and sugar. Stir well.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1 hour, or until the pork is tender.
  6. Remove the lemongrass stalk before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
15g

Supplies

Large pot Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Arsik with steamed rice and a side of sambal for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can use freshly squeezed coconut milk instead of canned coconut milk.

Cost

$15