Asinan Buah Segar with Tangy Tamarind Glaze
This Indonesian Asinan Buah Segar is a vibrant fruit salad featuring a medley of crisp, fresh fruits. It's tossed in a delightful sweet and sour glaze infused with tamarind, chili, and fragrant spices.
Prep Time
45 min
Difficulty
Hard
Servings
6
Calories
220 kcal
Instructions
- 1
Peel and chop all fruits and jicama into bite-sized pieces. Deseed and slice cucumber thinly. Place all prepared fruits, jicama, and cucumber into a large bowl.
~15 min - 2
In a small saucepan, combine tamarind paste, palm sugar, and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture thickens slightly into a glaze. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
~7 min - 3
Finely mince the red chilies and garlic. Add them to the tamarind glaze along with salt and white vinegar. Stir well to combine.
~3 min - 4
Pour the warm tamarind glaze over the prepared fruits in the large bowl. Toss gently to ensure all the fruit is coated evenly.
~2 min - 5
Allow the asinan to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes for the flavors to meld. This step is crucial for the best taste.
~15 min - 6
Serve chilled, garnished with roasted peanuts.
Tips
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of chili powder to the glaze. Adjust the amount of chilies to your spice preference.
- Asinan is best served cold, so ensure it has enough time to chill before serving. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, though the texture of some fruits may soften.
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