Lontong Love Affair
Lontong Love Affair is a traditional Malay dish that is loved for its aromatic flavors and comforting taste. This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of rice
- 1 cup of coconut milk
- 1 stalk of lemongrass
- 2 inches of galangal
- 4 pieces of tofu
- 1 cup of water
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- 4 hard-boiled eggs
- 1 cucumber, sliced
Instructions
- Wash the rice and place it in a banana leaf, then roll and secure the ends with toothpicks to form lontong (compressed rice cakes).
- In a pot, combine the coconut milk, lemongrass, galangal, tofu, water, salt, and sugar. Bring to a boil.
- Add the lontong into the pot and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Serve the lontong with hard-boiled eggs and sliced cucumber.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 10g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Pot Banana leaf Toothpicks
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Enjoy the lontong with sambal (spicy chili paste) and fried anchovies for extra flavor.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure to wrap the lontong tightly to achieve the perfect texture.
Cost
$10