Pempek Lenjer

 Pempek Lenjer is another popular variation of Pempek, originating from Palembang, Indonesia. Unlike other types of pempek which are usually filled with meat or eggs, Pempek Lenjer is a long-shaped fishcake made from a mixture of ground fish and tapioca flour. Here's a recipe to make Pempek Lenjer:


Ingredients:

For the dough:

  • 300 grams Spanish mackerel fish fillet, finely ground
  • 150 grams tapioca flour
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 200 ml cold water

For the sauce (Cuko):

  • 200 ml vinegar
  • 150 grams palm sugar, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 Thai red chilies, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon shrimp paste (terasi), roasted

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the dough:

    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely ground fish fillet, tapioca flour, minced garlic, salt, and ground white pepper. Gradually add cold water while stirring until a smooth dough forms. The dough should be pliable but not too sticky. If it's too sticky, you can add a little more tapioca flour.
    • Divide the dough into portions and shape them into long, cylindrical logs resembling fingers (lenjer). You can wet your hands with water to prevent sticking while shaping the dough.

  2. Steam the pempek lenjer:

    • Place the shaped pempek lenjer on a steamer tray lined with banana leaves or parchment paper to prevent sticking.
    • Steam the pempek lenjer over boiling water for about 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through. The pempek lenjer should be firm and slightly translucent when cooked.

  3. Prepare the sauce (Cuko):

    • In a saucepan, combine the vinegar, grated palm sugar, minced garlic, sliced Thai red chilies, salt, and roasted shrimp paste. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the palm sugar is completely dissolved and the sauce thickens slightly. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

  4. Serve:

    • Once the pempek lenjer is cooked, remove them from the steamer. Serve the pempek lenjer warm with the tangy vinegar-based sauce (Cuko) on the side for dipping.

Enjoy your homemade Pempek Lenjer, a delicious and iconic Indonesian dish from Palembang!

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