Have you tried to make the scrumptious Vietnamese Spring Rolls, or the Cha Gio before? Even though there are a few steps to go through, all the recipes are detailed and even include step by step instructions.
Over the generations, the spice trade has heavily influenced the foods of Indonesia.
The Indians, the Chinese and the Europeans have all visited the country at some point in its history and left behind some of their most interesting herbs, spices and ingredients as well as cooking styles, creating the Indonesian food culture as we know it today. This is obvious from the diversity of dishes in Indonesia, as you travel from island to island in the archipelago and try their local specialties.
The pomelo is acknowledged as the grandfather of all citrus fruits. A juicy, sweet and sometimes sour fruit, the pomelo has a soft skin that is easy to slice with a sharp knife.
See how the pomelo should be peeled, so that the opened fruit is easy to store.
The pomelo is often given away as a gift during festive seasons such as the Chinese New Year. The delicious segments of this fruit has healing properties, and its leaves are highly sought after for healing purposes during the first 30 days of a newborn's life, known in the Chinese culture as the confinement period for both mother and baby.
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