Bakwan Malang - Indonesian Vegetable Fritters

Ingredients

• 1 cup (120g) shredded carrots 1 cup (120g) shredded carrots
• 1 cup (100g) shredded cabbage 1 cup (100g) shredded cabbage
• 1 cup (100g) bean sprouts 1 cup (100g) bean sprouts
• 2 shallots, finely chopped 2 shallots, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 spring onions, finely chopped 2 spring onions, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup (30g) rice flour 1/4 cup (30g) rice flour
• Vegetable oil, for frying Vegetable oil, for frying

Nutrition

• Calories: 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat: 5g (Saturated Fat: 0.5g)
• Carbohydrates: 30g (Sugar: 3g)
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 0.6g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large bowl, combine the shredded carrots, cabbage, bean sprouts, shallots, garlic, and spring onions.
2. 2.
   Add the turmeric powder, ground coriander, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and rice flour. Gradually add this mixture to the vegetable mixture, stirring until all the vegetables are coated and the batter is well combined.
4. 4.
   Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok over medium-high heat.
5. 5.
   Drop spoonfuls of the vegetable batter into the hot oil, frying them in batches until golden brown and crispy. Flip the fritters occasionally to ensure even cooking.
6. 6.
   Once cooked, remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
7. 7.
   Serve the Bakwan Malang hot with a side of spicy dipping sauce.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Carrots — Make sure to shred the carrots finely to ensure even cooking and a better texture in the fritters.
• Bean sprouts — Rinse the bean sprouts thoroughly and pat them dry before adding them to the batter to prevent excess moisture.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of flavor, add a small amount of finely chopped chili to the vegetable mixture.
• If you prefer a lighter version, you can also bake the fritters in the oven instead of deep-frying them. Simply preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and bake the fritters for 15-20 minutes, flipping them halfway through.

Serving advice

Serve the Bakwan Malang as a snack or appetizer, accompanied by the spicy dipping sauce. They are best enjoyed when hot and crispy.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Bakwan Malang on a platter, garnished with fresh herbs such as cilantro or mint leaves, to add a pop of color and freshness to the presentation.