Lawar Barak - traditional Balinese dish

 "Lawar Barak" is a traditional Balinese dish that typically consists of minced meat mixed with grated coconut, spices, and vegetables. Here's a recipe for Lawar Barak:


Ingredients:

  • 500 grams of beef or chicken, minced
  • 200 grams of grated coconut, toasted until golden brown
  • 2 kaffir lime leaves, finely shredded
  • 2 lemongrass stalks, white part only, finely sliced
  • 2 tablespoons of cooking oil
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 3 shallots, minced
  • 3 red chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 teaspoon of shrimp paste (terasi), toasted
  • 1 teaspoon of palm sugar or brown sugar
  • Salt to taste
  • Lime juice from 1 lime
  • Banana leaves for serving (optional)

Spice Paste (Bumbu):

  • 4 cloves of garlic
  • 4 shallots
  • 2 red chilies
  • 2 candlenuts or macadamia nuts
  • 1 teaspoon of coriander seeds
  • 1 teaspoon of shrimp paste (terasi), toasted

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the spice paste (bumbu) by grinding all the ingredients in a mortar and pestle or a food processor until smooth.
  2. Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, shallots, and red chilies. Sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add the spice paste (bumbu) and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
  4. Add the minced meat to the pan and cook until it's browned and cooked through.
  5. Add the shredded kaffir lime leaves, sliced lemongrass, and diced tomatoes. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add the toasted grated coconut to the pan and mix well with the meat mixture.
  7. Season with shrimp paste, palm sugar, salt, and lime juice. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
  8. Cook for another 5 minutes until all the flavors are well combined.
  9. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  10. Serve the Lawar Barak on a serving platter lined with banana leaves (if using), or simply serve it in a bowl.
  11. Enjoy your Lawar Barak as a side dish or with steamed rice.

Lawar Barak is often served as part of a traditional Balinese meal and is enjoyed for its rich flavors and textures.

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