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How to make Pempek without fish

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Pempek

Cultural Context

Pempek is a traditional dish from Palembang, South Sumatra, Indonesia, made primarily from fish and tapioca flour. It holds a special place in Indonesian cuisine, often enjoyed as a snack or main dish, and is typically served with a spicy vinegar sauce. Over time, pempek has gained popularity beyond Indonesia, with various regional adaptations and modern twists appearing worldwide.

IndonesianIDSumatramain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups tapioca flour
1 cup water
1 large chicken egg
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup tempeh
1 lemon
3 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

tapioca flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while cornstarch is often cheaper.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

1

Put tapioca flour in a bowl.

2

Add water to the bowl with tapioca flour.

3

Add chicken egg to the mixture.

4

Mix until well combined.

5

Form the mixture into small oval shapes.

6

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

7

Fry tempeh until golden brown, being careful not to burn it.

Cooking Techniques

mixingboilingfrying

Equipment Needed

food processorlarge potskilletmixing bowlmeasuring cupscutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fisheggsgluten

Also Known As

Empek-EmpekPempek Palembang

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