Best Indonesian Food - FRIED DUCK and SAMBAL at Bebek Goreng H. Slamet in Jakarta!

duck

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: turkey

Chicken is more widely available and less fatty than duck.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk provides a lighter alternative while maintaining some creaminess.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier with good fats, while canola is often cheaper.

turmeric

🥗Healthier: ginger

💰Cheaper: curry powder

Ginger offers a similar flavor profile and is often less expensive.

Marinate the duck with garlic, shallots, lemongrass, turmeric, coriander, salt, and pepper for at least 1 hour.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add the marinated duck to the pan, frying until golden brown and cooked through, about 15-20 minutes per side.

Remove the duck and drain on paper towels.

In the same oil, fry the lime leaves until crispy, about 1-2 minutes.

Serve the duck with fried lime leaves and steamed rice.

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