Low Sodium Seblak

Indulge in the bold and comforting flavors of Southeast Asia with this Low Sodium Seblak recipe, a healthier twist on Indonesia’s beloved street food. Packed with tender chicken breast, softened aci crackers, and vibrant vegetables like cabbage and carrots, this dish brings the signature spiciness and aromatics of traditional seblak with reduced sodium content. Fragrant additions like garlic, shallots, lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves infuse the broth with layers of flavor, while a dash of low-sodium soy sauce and a hint of white pepper provide a savory finish. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this 35-minute, one-pan meal is bright, zesty, and satisfying while staying mindful of dietary needs. Serve it up hot, garnished with fresh spring onions, for a low-sodium, high-flavor experience you'll savor.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 100 grams raw aci crackers
• 200 grams chicken breast
• 3 fresh garlic cloves
• 2 shallots
• 1 stalk lemongrass, crushed
• 1 inch galangal, sliced
• 2 kaffir lime leaves
• 3 bird's eye chilies
• 1 egg
• 100 grams cabbage, chopped
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 500 ml low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 2 spring onions, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Begin by soaking the raw aci crackers in hot water for about 10-15 minutes until soft. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Slice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

In a blender or food processor, combine the garlic, shallots, and bird's eye chilies to create a paste.

Step 4

Heat the cooking oil in a wok or large pan over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the garlic-chili paste and sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Add the chicken pieces into the pan and cook until they turn opaque.

Step 7

Stir in the crushed lemongrass, sliced galangal, and kaffir lime leaves.

Step 8

Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and bring it to a simmer.

Step 9

Add the softened aci crackers, cabbage, and carrot. Cook until the vegetables are tender.

Step 10

Push the ingredients to one side of the pan and crack the egg into the open space. Scramble the egg until cooked and incorporate it with the rest of the mixture.

Step 11

Stir in the low-sodium soy sauce, sugar, and ground white pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Step 12

Garnish with sliced spring onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1441.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1315.6

Total Fat 57.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 368mg	0%
Sodium 2206.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 29.7g
Protein 84.2g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 383.9mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 2369.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.8%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 37.6%