Vegetarian Abon Sapi

Discover the mouthwatering flavors of Vegetarian Abon Sapi, a plant-based twist on the traditional Indonesian shredded beef dish! This recipe uses young green jackfruit as a meaty alternative, slow-simmered in a fragrant mix of shallots, garlic, lemongrass, and exotic spices like cumin and coriander. Sweetened with palm sugar and enriched with soy sauce and tamarind paste, the dish achieves the perfect balance of savory and tangy. The jackfruit is cooked to tender perfection, shredded, and pan-fried until golden and crispy, mimicking the texture of classic beef floss. Ideal as a topping for steamed rice, a filling for sandwiches, or even a savory snack, this vegetarian delight is rich in authentic Indonesian flavors while being completely meat-free. Ready in just under two hours, it’s the perfect recipe for anyone looking to explore creative plant-based cuisine with bold, aromatic spices!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Young green jackfruit
• 3 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Palm sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Tamarind paste
• 2 Lemongrass stalks
• 3 Bay leaves
• 1 inch piece Galangal
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 4 large Shallots
• 4 Garlic cloves
• 2 Chili peppers
• 250 milliliters Water

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned young green jackfruit to remove the brine. Cut into bite-sized chunks.

Step 2

In a food processor, blend shallots, garlic, galangal, lemongrass, and chili peppers into a fine paste.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the paste and stir-fry until aromatic.

Step 4

Add coriander powder, cumin powder, and a pinch of salt to the pan. Stir well.

Step 5

Add the jackfruit to the pan and mix thoroughly to coat with the spice paste.

Step 6

Pour in water, soy sauce, palm sugar, tamarind paste, bay leaves, and salt. Bring to a boil.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to a low simmer, cover the pan, and let it cook for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit is tender.

Step 8

Uncover the pan and increase the heat to medium-high. Cook until the liquid evaporates, stirring constantly.

Step 9

Shred the jackfruit using two forks or a potato masher in the pan.

Step 10

In another pan, heat the remaining tablespoon of coconut oil over medium heat.

Step 11

Add the shredded jackfruit mixture and cook until it turns golden brown and slightly crispy, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 12

Adjust seasonings to taste and remove the bay leaves before serving.

Step 13

Serve the Vegetarian Abon Sapi at room temperature or warm as a topping for rice, noodles, or as a filling for sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1319.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1351.9

Total Fat 46.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3599.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 238.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.3g	0%
Total Sugars 148.8g
Protein 22.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 412.0mg	0%
Iron 20.7mg	0%
Potassium 5200.2mg	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: 28.8%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 65.2%