Savory Indonesian Gudeg with Jackfruit and Keluak

Name: Savory Indonesian Gudeg with Jackfruit and Keluak
Prep time: 4 h
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Young Jackfruit; Keluak Nuts; Coconut Milk; Palm Sugar; Bay Leaves; Lemongrass; Shallots; Garlic; Candlenuts; Coriander Seeds; Shrimp Paste; Boiled Eggs; Coriander Leaves

Traditional Sweet and Savory Javanese Dish

Gudeg, a staple from Central Java, is a rich mixture of young jackfruit stewed in coconut milk, enriched with the unique flavor of keluak nuts. This dish is perfect for those seeking authentic Indonesian cuisine.

4 h 30 min
6
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Gudeg

Young Jackfruit

1 kg, drained and cut into large chunks

Keluak Nuts

2, cracked, flesh removed, and soaked

Coconut Milk

500 ml, from fresh or canned

Palm Sugar

2 tablespoons, grated

Bay Leaves

4 leaves

Lemongrass

2 stalks, bruised

For the Spice Paste

Shallots

6, peeled

Garlic

4 cloves, peeled

Candlenuts

3 nuts

Coriander Seeds

1 teaspoon

Shrimp Paste

1 teaspoon, toasted

For the Garnish

Boiled Eggs

2, peeled and halved

Coriander Leaves

Fresh, chopped

Preparation

Preparing the Spice Paste

Combine Ingredients

Combine shallots, garlic, candlenuts, coriander seeds, and shrimp paste in a blender.

Blend to Paste

Blend until a smooth paste forms.

Adjust Consistency

Add a splash of water if necessary to help blend smoothly.

Preparing the Gudeg Base

Combine in Pot

In a large pot, add the jackfruit, keluak, spice paste, coconut milk, palm sugar, bay leaves, and lemongrass.

Mix Ingredients

Stir everything together, ensuring the jackfruit is well coated.

Marinate

Allow to marinate for 30 minutes for flavors to meld.

⚠ Important: Do not boil the coconut milk too rapidly as it may curdle. 💡 Pro Tip: Use fresh ingredients for the best aroma and taste.

Cooking Process

Stewing

Slowly simmer the mixture for 4 hours until the jackfruit is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Monitoring

Check occasionally to prevent burning and add water if necessary.

Finishing

Stir gently at the end to break the jackfruit pieces slightly for a better texture.

Plating & Serving