Low Sodium Emping
Discover a healthier twist to your favorite Indonesian snack with this Low Sodium Emping recipe! Made from freshly boiled and ground melinjo nuts, these light and crispy crackers are expertly seasoned with a hint of garlic, onion, and black pepper for a burst of flavor without the extra salt. The dough is rolled wafer-thin for that signature crunch, then fried to golden perfection. Perfect for guilt-free snacking or as a savory side, this homemade emping recipe is easier than you might think and packed with wholesome, natural ingredients. With its reduced sodium content, it’s the ideal snack for anyone looking to enjoy traditional flavors with a nutritious twist.
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Ingredients
- 200 g Melinjo nuts
- 1 liters Water
- 50 g All-purpose flour
- 50 g Tapioca starch
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 500 ml Oil for frying
Directions
Step 1
Begin by boiling the melinjo nuts in 1 liter of water for about 20 minutes until they are soft.
Step 2
Drain the boiled melinjo nuts and allow them to cool slightly before peeling off the outer shell. Discard the shells and keep the inner seeds.
Step 3
In a food processor, grind the melinjo seeds until they form a coarse paste.
Step 4
Transfer the melinjo paste to a mixing bowl. Add in the all-purpose flour, tapioca starch, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well combined, forming a dough.
Step 5
Divide the dough into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.
Step 6
Using a wooden rolling pin, flatten each ball into thin discs between sheets of parchment paper. Aim for a thickness of about 1 mm.
Step 7
Heat the oil in a deep frying pan to 160°C (320°F).
Step 8
Gently slide each flattened disc into the hot oil using a slotted spoon. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until they become crispy and golden brown.
Step 9
Remove the emping from the oil and let them drain on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
Step 10
Once cooled, store the low sodium emping in an airtight container to maintain their crispness.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1822.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5572.4 |
| Total Fat 540.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 81.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 46.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 188.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.9g | |
| Protein 36.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 401.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 936.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories