Betawi Fish Cake (betawi Pempek)
Betawi Fish Cake, also known as Betawi Pempek, is a traditional dish from the Betawi cuisine of Indonesia. This savory and spicy fish cake is a popular street food in Jakarta and is typically served with a sweet and tangy vinegar-based sauce.
Ingredients
- 500g mackerel fish, ground
- 150g tapioca flour
- 2 eggs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp ground white pepper
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the ground mackerel fish, tapioca flour, eggs, minced garlic, salt, sugar, and ground white pepper.
- Add water gradually and continue mixing until the mixture becomes smooth and well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small round cakes and flatten them slightly.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the fish cakes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the fish cakes from the pan and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve the Betawi Fish Cakes with a sweet and tangy vinegar-based sauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Protein
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Frying pan Spatula Paper towels
Tools
Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Betawi Fish Cake can be served as an appetizer or as a main dish with steamed rice and a side of fresh vegetables.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For a spicier kick, add chopped green chilies to the fish cake mixture.
Cost
$10