Babi Panggang Sauce
Few sauce recipes are as satisfying as a well-made Babi Panggang Sauce. The star here is chopped onion, supported by a short list of everyday ingredients. A hot pan and a little patience give you the kind of colour and texture that makes this dish. Read through the tips before you start — a couple of small details go a long way with this one.
- Serves 4
- Level Easy
Ingredients
- 1 small Chopped Onion
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 tbsp Oil
- 1 ½ Deciliter (150 ml) of chicken broth
- 2 tbsp Sugar
- 1 tbsp Sherry
- 1 can Tomato mash
Method
- Peel and chop the onion. Heat the oil in a saucepan, and add the onion and garlic.
- Combine bouillon, sugar, sherry and tomato mash, and add this mixture to the saucepan.
- Keep stirring and leave to boil for 5 minutes.
Tips for the best Babi Panggang Sauce
- Read the whole method before you start and measure out the 7 ingredients first — it keeps the pace relaxed once the heat is on.
- Let the chicken come up to room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking so it cooks evenly.
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
- Do not crowd the pan. Cook in batches if needed so everything browns instead of steaming.
Variations
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Fusion twist: keep the method but swap the spices for your own favourites — the Indonesian base takes well to it.
- Swap the chicken for turkey or firm tofu or chickpeas — keep the cooking time similar and check for doneness.
Serving ideas
Dust with icing sugar just before serving and pair with coffee or tea.
Storage
Keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week. Most versions freeze well for 2 months.
Frequently asked questions
How many people does this Babi Panggang Sauce recipe serve?
As written it serves 4. The quantities scale up or down in a straight line, so double everything for 4×2.
Is this Babi Panggang Sauce recipe easy to make?
It is rated easy: 7 ingredients and 3 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
What can I substitute for chopped onion?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Can I make Babi Panggang Sauce ahead of time?
You can prep all the ingredients a day ahead and keep them covered in the fridge, then cook just before serving for the best texture.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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