Jukut Don Sela - Cassava Leaf Soup
Jukut Don Sela, or Cassava Leaf Soup, is a traditional Indonesian dish made with cassava leaves cooked in a flavorful broth. Here's a simple recipe to make Sayur Daun Singkong at home:
Ingredients:
- 500 grams (about 1 lb) cassava leaves, cleaned and chopped
- 200 grams (about 7 oz) coconut milk
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 2 red chili peppers, sliced (optional, for heat)
- 2 shallots, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon shrimp paste (terasi), toasted
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon sugar, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions:
Prepare the cassava leaves:
- Wash the cassava leaves thoroughly to remove any dirt or grit.
- Remove the tough stems and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Make the spice paste:
- In a mortar and pestle or food processor, grind together the shallots, garlic, toasted shrimp paste, ground turmeric, and ground coriander until it forms a smooth paste.
Cook the spice paste:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the spice paste to the pot and sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the cassava leaves:
- Add the chopped cassava leaves to the pot and stir to coat them with the spice paste.
- Pour in the water or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Cover the pot and let the cassava leaves cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Add coconut milk and season:
- Once the cassava leaves are tender, stir in the coconut milk.
- Season the soup with salt and sugar to taste. Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
- If using red chili peppers for heat, add them to the soup at this stage.
Simmer and serve:
- Let the soup simmer for another 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Once done, remove the pot from the heat.
Serve:
- Ladle the Sayur Daun Singkong into serving bowls.
- Serve hot with steamed rice as a comforting and nutritious meal.
Enjoy the rich and flavorful Sayur Daun Singkong, a classic Indonesian dish that's perfect for any occasion!

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