Rujak Semangka Pedas (spicy Watermelon Salad)
Rujak Semangka Pedas, or Spicy Watermelon Salad, is a popular dish in Madurese cuisine. This refreshing and spicy salad is perfect for hot summer days, combining the sweetness of watermelon with the heat of chili and the tanginess of tamarind sauce.
Ingredients
- 4 cups of cubed watermelon
- 2 cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup of bean sprouts
- 2 red chilies, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup of roasted peanuts
- 1/4 cup of tamarind sauce
- 1 tablespoon of palm sugar
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the watermelon, cucumbers, bean sprouts, and red chilies.
- In a small bowl, mix the tamarind sauce, palm sugar, and salt to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the watermelon mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle the salad with roasted peanuts before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 120 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 0g
Supplies
Large bowl Small bowl Knife Cutting board
Tools
Mixing spoon Serving plates
Serving suggestions
Serve the Rujak Semangka Pedas chilled as a side dish or a light appetizer.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick, add a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
Cost
$8