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.
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
- In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, jicama, cucumber, tofu, and crushed peanuts.
- In a small bowl, mix the tamarind paste, palm sugar, soy sauce, chili paste, and salt to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- 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