Acar Awak
Description
Acar Awak - Authentic recipe from Malaysia. Ready in 35 min. Try it now!
Directions
✓ researched- 1
Cut 150 g cucumber and 100 g carrot into thin strips.
⏱️ approx. 8 min💡 Tip: Acar awak is a Malaysian-Southeast Asian pickled vegetable dish — crisp, sweet-sour, and topped with peanuts. A refreshing accompaniment to rich dishes.
- 2
Stir together 3 tbsp vinegar with a little sugar and salt to make a marinade.
⏱️ approx. 4 min💡 Tip: The sweet-sour marinade is the heart of acar. Classically, turmeric, chili, and sesame are also added.
- 3
Place the vegetables in the marinade and leave to marinate for at least 30 minutes (longer is better). Sprinkle with 50 g toasted, chopped peanuts and serve.
⏱️ approx. 35 min💡 Tip: The longer the vegetables marinate, the more flavourful they become. The toasted peanuts add a pleasant crunch. Sesame seeds also work well.
📜 Origin & History
Acar Awak is a traditional Malaysian dish consisting of pickled vegetables and spices. It originates from Peranakan culture, which combines Chinese and Malay influences. Acar Awak is often served as a side dish to rice dishes and is known for its spicy and sour taste, created through the use of vinegar and various spices.
🌿 Regional variants
With pineapple
Pineapple chunks for a fruity note.
Spicy
With more chili for a fiery version.
🍷 What goes with it?
As a crisp side dish with rice, curry, and nasi dishes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is acar?
A pickled, sweet-sour vegetable dish from Southeast Asia — a crisp accompaniment to rich dishes.
What other vegetables work well?
Cabbage, cauliflower, green beans, pineapple, and shallots.
How do you make it authentic?
With turmeric, chili, peanuts, sesame, and a sweet-sour seasoning.
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Ingredients
verified- Cucumber150 g
- Carrot100 g
- Erdnüsse50 g
- Vinegar3 tbsp
