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Pecel — Javanese Veg & Peanut Sauce

Blanched vegetables tossed in a spiced peanut sauce, served with crispy krupuk. Ready in 15 minutes—bright, nutty, and deeply satisfying.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
285
Protein
11g
Pecel — Javanese Veg & Peanut Sauce
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and carrots, cook 4 minutes until just tender.

  2. Step 2

    Add cabbage to the pot, stir, and cook 2 minutes more until all vegetables are tender-crisp.

  3. Step 3

    Drain vegetables in a colander, shaking gently to remove excess water.

  4. Step 4

    Whisk peanut butter, lime juice, gochujang, 3 tbsp warm water, and a pinch of salt until smooth and pourable.

  5. Step 5

    Toss warm vegetables with peanut sauce until evenly coated.

  6. Step 6

    Divide into bowls and serve immediately with krupuk on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot
  • colander
  • whisk
  • bowl

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