Soy-Free Malaysian Rojak
Discover the vibrant fusion of flavors in our Soy-Free Malaysian Rojak, a refreshing fruit and vegetable salad that’s bursting with Southeast Asian charm. Perfect for those avoiding soy, this recipe features a medley of crisp cucumber, juicy pineapple, and crunchy jicama, paired with soy-free firm tofu for a protein-packed twist. The tangy tamarind dressing, sweetened with palm sugar and spiced with chili paste, ties the dish together with a harmonious balance of sweet, sour, and spicy notes. Garnished with roasted peanuts and fragrant toasted sesame seeds, this rojak is a textural delight and makes for a light yet satisfying appetizer or side dish. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a quick and easy way to bring authentic Malaysian flavors to your table—completely soy-free!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Pineapple
- 1 medium Jicama
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 medium Green apple
- 1 block Firm tofu (soy-free)
- 100 grams Roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons Tamarind paste
- 50 grams Palm sugar
- 1 tablespoon Chili paste
- 100 ml Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
Instructions
Peel and cut the pineapple, jicama, cucumber, and green apple into bite-sized chunks and set aside in a large bowl.
Slice the firm soy-free tofu block into small cubes.
In a small pan over medium heat, lightly toast the sesame seeds for about 2 minutes until golden and aromatic, then set aside.
In the same pan, toast the roasted peanuts for about 3 minutes, then roughly chop them.
In a small saucepan, mix tamarind paste, palm sugar, chili paste, water, and salt. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes until the palm sugar has completely dissolved and the sauce has thickened slightly. Let it cool.
Pour the dressing over the cut fruits and vegetables in the large bowl and toss gently to combine.
Add the chopped peanuts and toss gently again.
Transfer the salad to a serving platter, sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds on top, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2133 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.3 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1696 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 276.0 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 51.7 g | 185% | |
| Total Sugars | 191.1 g | ||
| Protein | 92.0 g | 184% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1003 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 18.1 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 4077 mg | 87% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
