Brilio.net - The processed vegetable that is often served on the Indonesian dinner table is vegetable urap. This dish, which is also called vegetable ointment, consists of various types of vegetables that are boiled until cooked and then seasoned with spices. The seasoning is made from grated coconut mixed with garlic, chili, sugar, salt, and much more.
Urap vegetables have a savory and delicious taste. It's not surprising that many people end up trying to make this dish themselves at home. How to make vegetable anointing is fairly easy and difficult. Because if it's careless, the anointed vegetable will actually taste sour because it's stale when served. Not to mention that the color of the vegetables looks black because they have been boiled for too long.
To get around this, you can stir-fry the boiled vegetables with the ointment spices. This process aims to reduce the water content in the anointed vegetables. That way, the appearance will be brightly colored and long-lasting.
But it doesn't just have to be stir-fried with spices, because YouTube user Dapoer Lestari showed a tutorial for making urap vegetables in a different way. According to him, this method can make vegetable anointing bright in color and last all day.
How to make vegetable ointment that has a bright color and lasts all day.
First, wash thoroughly the various types of vegetables used. In the video upload, the vegetables used are carrots, bean sprouts, kenikir leaves, spinach and long beans. When it's clean, add all types of vegetables to the pan. Don't forget to add salt to it, boil the vegetables until completely cooked.
"The purpose of the salt is so that the vegetables can remain green," he said, quoted by BrilioFood from YouTube Dapoer Lestari on Saturday (2/3).
photo: YouTube/Dapoer Lestari
While waiting for the vegetables to cook, prepare the anointing spices. Grind 1 segment of shrimp paste , 2 lime leaves, curly peacock chilies, 4 cloves of garlic, 2 segments of galangal, sliced brown sugar, and salt.
photo: YouTube/Dapoer Lestari
When it is smooth, mix the spices with grated coconut. Stir until all parts of the grated coconut are evenly coated with the spices. Once evenly distributed, the ointment seasoning doesn't need to be stir-fried. Instead, steam it in a pan for a few moments.
"Steam it for about 15 to 20 minutes," said the video owner.
photo: YouTube/Dapoer Lestari
After steaming until cooked, remove from heat and put the anointing spices into a container. Don't forget to serve various types of vegetables that have been boiled. When you want to consume it, all you have to do is mix the boiled vegetables with the anointing spices on a plate.
photo: YouTube/Dapoer Lestari
How to store coconut.
Storing coconuts can be done in several ways depending on the purpose of storage and the type of coconut. Here are some common ways to store coconut:
1. Whole coconut.
- Room conditions: Whole coconuts can be stored at room temperature, as long as the storage area is dry and not too hot.
- Avoid direct sunlight: Keep coconuts away from direct sunlight, because it can accelerate rotting and damage the quality of the coconut.
2. Grated coconut.
- Freezer: If you want to store shredded coconut for a longer period of time, consider storing it in the freezer in a ziplock bag or airtight container.
- Refrigerator: If used for a short time, grated coconut can also be stored in the refrigerator.
3. Coconut water.
- Refrigerator: If you have fresh coconut water, store it in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and prevent fermentation.
- Freezer: Coconut water can also be frozen in special containers for later use.
4. Coconut milk.
- Freezer: Coconut milk can be frozen in an airtight container or plastic bag for long-term storage. Make sure to leave a little space on top to accommodate expansion while freezing.
- Refrigerator: If you plan to use the coconut milk within a few days, store it in the refrigerator.
5. Processed coconut:
- Dry: Processed coconut products such as coconut chips or toasted coconut can be stored in airtight containers or plastic bags.
- Refrigerator or Freezer: Depending on the type of preparation, it may also need to be stored in the refrigerator or freezer.
Make sure to check the condition of the coconut regularly and immediately use or process the coconut further if you see signs of spoilage. Proper storage can help maintain the quality of coconut for a longer time.