Mastering Tumpeng Kungfu: Traditional Indonesian Rice Cone Recipe

Name: Mastering Tumpeng Kungfu: Traditional Indonesian Rice Cone Recipe
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 150 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Indonesian
Ingredients: 500 g Rice (short grain white rice); 400 ml Coconut Milk (full fat); 2 tsp Turmeric Powder (or fresh grated turmeric); 2 stalks Lemongrass (bruised); 3 leaves Kaffir Lime Leaves (torn); 1 tsp Salt; 2 leaves Bay Leaves; 4 units Chicken Thighs (Ayam Goreng) (boneless, skinless, pre-fried); 500 g Potatoes (Perkedel) (boiled and mashed, shaped into patties and pre-fried); 4 cups Mixed Vegetable Salad (Urap Sayur) (pre-mixed with grated coconut and spices); 1 unit Cucumber (sliced for garnish); 2 units Tomatoes (sliced for garnish); 4 units Boiled Eggs (halved for garnish)

Learn how to prepare a stunning Tumpeng Kungfu, a vibrant and flavorful Indonesian cone-shaped rice dish traditionally served with an assortment of side dishes. This video demonstrates the unique 'kungfu' presentation style, perfect for celebrations and special occasions, focusing on the assembly of this culinary masterpiece from pre-prepared components.

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#Tumpeng

#Rice cone

#Celebration food

#Traditional

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Tumpeng Rice Cone Unmolded

Recipe Information

Prep Time

1h 30m

Cook Time

2h 30m

Total Time

Servings

Medium

Indonesian

Nutrition (per serving)

650

Calories

35g

Protein

70g

Carbs

25g

Fat

Tumpeng Platter with Initial Sides

Ingredients

Servings: 6

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Tumpeng Platter Nearing Completion

Instructions

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Prepare the Turmeric Rice: (Assuming pre-cooked) Combine cooked rice with coconut milk mixture, turmeric, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and salt. Mix thoroughly until rice is evenly yellow.
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Prepare the Turmeric Rice: (Assuming pre-cooked) Combine cooked rice with coconut milk mixture, turmeric, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and salt. Mix thoroughly until rice is evenly yellow.
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Ensure even mixing for consistent color and flavor.
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Shape the Tumpeng Cone: Firmly pack the turmeric rice into a conical mold. Press down well to ensure a solid shape. Invert the mold onto the center of a large serving platter.
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Shape the Tumpeng Cone: Firmly pack the turmeric rice into a conical mold. Press down well to ensure a solid shape. Invert the mold onto the center of a large serving platter.
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Pack rice very tightly to prevent crumbling when unmolding.

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Arrange Fried Chicken (Ayam Goreng): Place the pre-fried Ayam Goreng around the base of the rice cone, ensuring an appealing arrangement.
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Arrange Fried Chicken (Ayam Goreng): Place the pre-fried Ayam Goreng around the base of the rice cone, ensuring an appealing arrangement.
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Arrange chicken for easy access and visual appeal.
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Add Potato Patties (Perkedel): Arrange the Perkedel potato patties creatively around the rice cone.
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Add Potato Patties (Perkedel): Arrange the Perkedel potato patties creatively around the rice cone.
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Vary placement for dynamic visual interest.
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Place Vegetable Salad (Urap Sayur): Carefully spoon the Urap Sayur (mixed vegetable salad) next to other side dishes.
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Place Vegetable Salad (Urap Sayur): Carefully spoon the Urap Sayur (mixed vegetable salad) next to other side dishes.
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Place Urap to add vibrant color and fresh texture.

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Garnish with Fresh Vegetables and Eggs: Decorate the Tumpeng platter with fresh cucumber slices, tomato wedges, and halved boiled eggs for color and freshness.
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Garnish with Fresh Vegetables and Eggs: Decorate the Tumpeng platter with fresh cucumber slices, tomato wedges, and halved boiled eggs for color and freshness.
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Use contrasting colors for a striking visual effect.
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Final Presentation (Kungfu Style): Make any final adjustments for a visually striking 'kungfu' presentation, ensuring all elements are neatly arranged and the platter looks abundant and festive.
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Final Presentation (Kungfu Style): Make any final adjustments for a visually striking 'kungfu' presentation, ensuring all elements are neatly arranged and the platter looks abundant and festive.
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Step back to review and perfect the overall artistic arrangement.