Coconut & Sambal: Recipes from My Indonesian Kitchen - Book

Beyond Indonesia’s lush rainforests, tropical seas, and abundant rice fields lies a country not often seen by visitors. It's one of bustling local markets, lively street food stalls, colorful shops and houses, and generous community spirit. From these islands come one of the most diverse cuisines in the world, weaving flavors of lemongrass, chili, tamarind and coconut into dishes that are fragrant, colorful and bold. In Coconut & Sambal, Australian-born chef Lara Lee takes us on a journey to trace her family’s Indonesian roots, and in the kitchens of her grandmother, extended family and welcoming strangers alike, she discovers the secrets to real Indonesian cookery. Now she shares more than 80 authentic, mouth-watering recipes that have been passed down through the generations, so you can recreate dishes such as Nasi goreng, Beef rendang, Chilli prawn satay and Pandan cake. There are also recipes for a variety of sambals: fragrant, spicy relishes—ranging from mild to fiery—that are undoubtedly the heart and soul of every meal.