Murtabak

Martabak, a delightful street food from Southeast Asia, offers both savoury and sweet versions that are perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 30

Total Time 1

Servings People

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients:

250 g all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp sugar
1 large egg free range
125 ml water
2 tbsp vegetable oil

Savoury Filling Ingredients:

200 g minced beef or chicken
1 large onion finely chopped
2 large spring onions finely chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tsp curry powder
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp ground cumin
2 large eggs free range
salt to taste
pepper to taste
Vegetable oil for frying

Sweet Filling Ingredients:

100 g cheese grated cheddar or any other melting cheese
50 g chocolate chios/sprinkles
50 g peanuts crushed
3 tbsp condensed milk

Instructions

Preparing the Dough

In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar. Make a well in the center and add the egg, water, and oil. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
250 g all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 large egg, 125 ml water, 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it is elastic. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

Preparing the Savoury Filling

In a frying pan, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the minced meat and cook until browned.
200 g minced beef
Add the chopped onion, spring onions, and garlic. Cook for another 3-4 minutes. Stir in the curry powder, ground coriander, and ground cumin. Season with salt and pepper.
1 large onion, 2 large spring onions, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tsp curry powder, 1/2 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, salt, pepper
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and let it cool slightly. Once cooled, mix in the eggs.
2 large eggs

Preparing the Sweet Filling

Simply have the cheese, chocolate sprinkles, crushed peanuts, and condensed milk ready for use.
100 g cheese, 50 g chocolate, 50 g peanuts, 3 tbsp condensed milk

Assembly

Divide the dough into four equal portions. Roll each portion out on a floured surface until thin.
For the savoury Martabak, place a portion of the meat mixture in the center of each rolled-out dough. Fold the edges over to enclose the filling completely. For the sweet Martabak, sprinkle the fillings (cheese, chocolate, peanuts) over one half of the dough and fold over.
Heat a generous amount of oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Fry each Martabak until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Vegetable oil
Serve the savoury Martabak with pickled vegetables and a dipping sauce of your choice. The sweet Martabak can be drizzled with condensed milk before serving.

Notes

Hints and Tips
- Resting the Dough: Ensure the dough rests adequately; this makes it easier to roll out and results in a better texture.
- Customise the Fillings: Feel free to experiment with different fillings based on your preferences. For example, you can add spinach or mushrooms to the savoury filling or use Nutella instead of chocolate sprinkles for the sweet version.
- Cooking in Batches: If your frying pan is not large enough to cook all the Martabak at once, cook them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, which can make them greasy.

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