Discover the vibrant flavors of Vegan Ayam Suwir, a plant-based twist on the classic Indonesian dish "shredded chicken" (ayam suwir). This recipe swaps chicken for tender young green jackfruit, perfectly mimicking the texture while absorbing an aromatic blend of spices. Sautéed in coconut oil with a fragrant paste of shallots, garlic, red chilies, and candle nuts, this dish bursts with authentic flavors. Key ingredients like lemongrass, turmeric, kaffir lime leaves, and coconut sugar infuse the jackfruit with a depth of taste that transports you straight to Indonesia. Ready in under 45 minutes, this vegan delight is perfect served with steamed rice or as part of a colorful nasi campur platter. Packed with bold aromas and plant-based goodness, Vegan Ayam Suwir is an irresistible addition to your repertoire of Indonesian vegan recipes.
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Drain and rinse the canned young green jackfruit. Cut the jackfruit into smaller pieces, removing any seeds.
In a food processor, blend the shallots, garlic, red chilies, and candle nuts until it forms a smooth paste.
Heat the coconut oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium heat.
Add the blended paste to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes until it becomes aromatic.
Bruise the lemongrass stalk by gently crushing it with the back of a knife, then add it to the pan.
Stir in the turmeric powder, coriander powder, and cumin powder, cooking for another minute to combine the flavors.
Add the prepared jackfruit, kaffir lime leaves, coconut sugar, and salt to the spiced mixture.
Pour in the water, stirring to ensure the jackfruit is well-coated with the aromatic paste.
Cover the pan and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the jackfruit is tender and can be shredded easily.
Using two forks, shred the jackfruit in the pan to imitate the look of shredded chicken.
Continue to cook uncovered for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and any excess liquid to evaporate.
Remove the lemongrass stalk and serve your Vegan Ayam Suwir hot with steamed rice or as part of a larger Indonesian feast.
Serving size | (1002.3g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1010.5 |
Total Fat 69.2g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 32.3g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 2427.5mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 89.5g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 16.0g | 0% |
Total Sugars 30.0g | |
Protein 13.3g | 0% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 344.4mg | 0% |
Iron 13.1mg | 0% |
Potassium 2538.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories