Low Fat Lontong
Delight in the flavors of traditional Southeast Asian cuisine with this healthier twist on lontong—Low Fat Lontong. Perfectly portioned and packed with fragrant jasmine rice, this version of the classic Indonesian dish swaps the usual high-fat accompaniments for a lighter, guilt-free alternative. The key to its unique taste lies in the artful use of banana leaves, which impart a subtle, earthy aroma during steaming. With just four simple ingredients—jasmine rice, water, banana leaves, and kitchen string—this recipe is surprisingly easy to make and serves as a versatile side dish for curries, satays, or even soups. Ready in just over two hours, Low Fat Lontong is an excellent make-ahead dish that promises flavor without the extra calories. Perfect for health-conscious foodies and fans of Asian cuisine alike!
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Ingredients
- 300 grams uncooked jasmine rice
- 600 ml water
- 30 sheets banana leaves
- 1 roll kitchen string
Directions
Step 1
Start by soaking the banana leaves in hot water for 10 minutes to make them pliable.
Step 2
Wash the uncooked rice in a bowl until the water runs clear. Drain it completely.
Step 3
Cut the banana leaves into rectangles, about 25 cm by 15 cm, ensuring no rips or tears.
Step 4
Lay one sheet of banana leaf on a clean work surface, with the shinier side facing up.
Step 5
Spoon about 50 grams of jasmine rice onto the center of the leaf, flattening it slightly.
Step 6
Fold the long sides of the leaf over the rice, overlapping them slightly to enclose it.
Step 7
Fold the short ends in and secure them by tying with kitchen string, making a tight cylinder.
Step 8
Repeat the process until all the rice is used, making about 6 packets in total.
Step 9
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil.
Step 10
Place a steam rack in the pot, ensuring it sits above the water level.
Step 11
Carefully lay the lontong packets on the rack in a single layer.
Step 12
Cover the pot and steam the packets for about 90 minutes, adding more boiling water to the pot if necessary so it doesn't evaporate completely.
Step 13
Once cooked, remove the lontong packets from the pot and let them cool slightly.
Step 14
Unwrap and serve the lontong as desired, sliced if preferred.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (3909.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1068 |
| Total Fat 1.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 18.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 240g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.3g | |
| Protein 19.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 66.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 105mg | 0% |
Source of Calories