Fruit Salad With Spicy Peanut Dressing (rojak Buah)

Fruit Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing, also known as Rojak Buah, is a popular Malaysian dish that combines a variety of fresh fruits with a flavorful and spicy peanut dressing. This refreshing and colorful salad is perfect for hot summer days and makes a great appetizer or side dish.

Fruit Salad With Spicy Peanut Dressing (rojak Buah)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of pineapple chunks
  • 2 cups of jicama, peeled and julienned
  • 1 cup of cucumber, sliced
  • 1 cup of firm tofu, cubed
  • 1/2 cup of roasted peanuts, crushed
  • 1/4 cup of tamarind paste
  • 3 tablespoons of palm sugar
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of chili paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, jicama, cucumber, tofu, and crushed peanuts.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the tamarind paste, palm sugar, soy sauce, chili paste, and salt to make the dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
  4. Chill the fruit salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
5 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
4g
Fat
5g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Small bowl Serving platter

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the fruit salad with spicy peanut dressing as a refreshing appetizer or side dish for a Malaysian-inspired meal.

Tips & tricks

For a more authentic flavor, use Malaysian palm sugar and tamarind paste in the dressing.

Cost

$10