Soy-Free Seblak

Dive into the bold, fiery flavors of Indonesian street food with this Soy-Free Seblak recipe—a unique twist on a beloved comfort dish made without soy-based sauces. This vibrant dish stars softened prawn crackers tossed in an aromatic blend of garlic, shallots, red chili, and traditional spices like galangal and turmeric, all complemented by the citrusy kick of kaffir lime leaves. A drizzle of whisked eggs adds a creamy texture, while fresh celery and spring onions provide a touch of crunch and brightness. Ready in under an hour, this soy-free version of seblak is perfect for anyone who craves a richly spiced, umami-packed meal that’s both satisfying and allergen-friendly. Serve it piping hot for the ultimate Indonesian-inspired experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 150 grams Raw prawn crackers
• 500 ml Water
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 3 medium Shallots, thinly sliced
• 3 pieces Red chili peppers, sliced
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 2 slices Galangal, sliced
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 pieces Kaffir lime leaves, julienned
• 2 stalks Celery stalks, chopped
• 2 stalks Spring onions, thinly sliced
• 2 large Eggs

Directions

Step 1

Begin by boiling the prawn crackers in 500 ml of water until they become soft and translucent. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and shallots to the pan and sauté until the shallots become translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the sliced red chili peppers, cayenne pepper, and galangal. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the turmeric powder, salt, sugar, and kaffir lime leaves, mixing well to combine the flavors.

Step 6

Introduce the drained boiled prawn crackers back into the pan, stirring to coat them with the spice mixture.

Step 7

Add chopped celery and spring onions, cooking for another 2 minutes.

Step 8

Lightly whisk the eggs in a small bowl and add them to the pan, stirring continuously to scramble and combine with the cracker mixture.

Step 9

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the eggs are fully cooked and integrated with the seblak mixture.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnishing with additional spring onions or celery if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1043.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1321.9

Total Fat 79.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.2g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 4404.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 134.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 13.1g
Protein 24.5g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 234.4mg	0%
Iron 6.1mg	0%
Potassium 1180.7mg	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: 53.1%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 39.7%