Low Sodium Cireng (Indonesian Fried Tapioca Fritters)
Delight your taste buds with these Low Sodium Cireng, a healthier twist on the classic Indonesian fried tapioca fritters. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients like tapioca flour, minced garlic, and spring onion, this recipe is perfect for those looking to enjoy a flavorful snack without the extra salt. The dough is infused with the subtle umami of unsalted vegetable broth and a hint of white pepper, then fried to golden perfection for a satisfying crispness. Quick and easy to prepare, these fritters are perfect as a light appetizer or a shareable snack. Serve them warm with your favorite low sodium dipping sauce for an authentic taste of Indonesia that’s both heart-healthy and indulgently delicious!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams tapioca flour
- 250 ml water
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons spring onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1 tablespoon unsalted vegetable broth
- 250 ml vegetable oil, for frying
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil over medium heat.
Step 2
Once boiling, add minced garlic and unsalted vegetable broth to the pan and stir for about 1 minute to infuse the flavors.
Step 3
Gradually add half of the tapioca flour to the boiling water, stirring continuously to prevent lumps, and cook until the mixture becomes thick and forms a sticky dough.
Step 4
Transfer the sticky dough into a mixing bowl and allow it to cool slightly.
Step 5
Add the remaining tapioca flour, chopped spring onion, and ground white pepper to the bowl with the cooled dough.
Step 6
Using your hands, knead the mixture until all ingredients are well combined, forming a smooth and non-sticky dough.
Step 7
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a flat disc, about 1 cm thick.
Step 8
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
Step 9
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the tapioca discs into the pan, a few at a time, and fry each side until they are golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes per side.
Step 10
Remove cireng from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Step 11
Serve the low sodium cireng warm with your favorite low sodium dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (741.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2945.1 |
| Total Fat 250.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 15.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 182.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.0g | |
| Protein 1.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 93.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 109.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories