Gado Gado
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Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Gado gado is an Indonesian recipe for a spicy peanut sauce; this version is rich but quite mild. It is served over a bed of rice topped with steamed vegetables. This is one of those recipes for which the measurements do not have to be precise -- experiment and have fun!Ingredients:
2 tablespoons peanut oil1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 bay leaves
1 to 2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup natural crunchy peanut butter
3 cups water
salt to taste
3 to 4 cups hot cooked rice (1-1/2 to 2 cups uncooked)
4 to 6 cups steamed vegetables (broccoli, carrots, snow peas, cauliflower, peppers, etc.)
Instructions:
In a medium-size saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and bay leaves and saute until the onion is transparent, about 4 minutes. Add the ginger, cayenne, vinegar, lemon juice, peanut butter, water, and salt. Simmer over low heat until smooth and thickened, approximately 30 minutes. Remove the bay leaves.Arrange the rice on a large serving platter. Top with the vegetables. Pour the sauce over the vegetables.
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