Vegetarian Abon Sapi
Discover the perfect plant-based twist on a beloved Indonesian delicacy with this **Vegetarian Abon Sapi** recipe! Crafted from tender young green jackfruit and infused with bold, aromatic spices like lemongrass, galangal, and coriander, this dish delivers all the rich, savory flavors of traditional beef floss without the meat. The jackfruit is slow-cooked in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, palm sugar, and tamarind paste, then shredded and pan-fried to golden perfection for that irresistible crispy texture. Perfect as a topping for rice and noodles, or even as a filling for sandwiches, this vegan-friendly creation is packed with satisfying flavors and textures. With a cook time of 90 minutes, this recipe yields a versatile dish that’s as delicious as it is wholesome—your new go-to for Indonesian-inspired vegan cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Young green jackfruit
- 3 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Palm sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Tamarind paste
- 2 Lemongrass stalks
- 3 Bay leaves
- 1 inch piece Galangal
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 4 large Shallots
- 4 Garlic cloves
- 2 Chili peppers
- 250 milliliters Water
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned young green jackfruit to remove the brine. Cut into bite-sized chunks.
In a food processor, blend shallots, garlic, galangal, lemongrass, and chili peppers into a fine paste.
Heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the paste and stir-fry until aromatic.
Add coriander powder, cumin powder, and a pinch of salt to the pan. Stir well.
Add the jackfruit to the pan and mix thoroughly to coat with the spice paste.
Pour in water, soy sauce, palm sugar, tamarind paste, bay leaves, and salt. Bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat to a low simmer, cover the pan, and let it cook for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit is tender.
Uncover the pan and increase the heat to medium-high. Cook until the liquid evaporates, stirring constantly.
Shred the jackfruit using two forks or a potato masher in the pan.
In another pan, heat the remaining tablespoon of coconut oil over medium heat.
Add the shredded jackfruit mixture and cook until it turns golden brown and slightly crispy, about 15-20 minutes.
Adjust seasonings to taste and remove the bay leaves before serving.
Serve the Vegetarian Abon Sapi at room temperature or warm as a topping for rice, noodles, or as a filling for sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1352 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.9 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.0 g | 180% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3600 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 238.9 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.3 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 148.8 g | ||
| Protein | 22.2 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 412 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 5200 mg | 111% | |
*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.
