Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 pound

ground beef

4 cloves

garlic

chopped fine

0.25 cup

onion

thin sliced

2 tsp

salt

1 tsp

pepper

0.5 cup

carrot slivers

4 unit

eggs

6 unit

scallions

sliced thin

6 unit

egg roll skins

Step 1
~3 min

Fry ground beef, garlic, onion, salt, pepper, and carrots in a pan over medium heat until the beef is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

Step 2
~3 min

Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 3
~3 min

In a separate bowl, beat one egg and mix in 5 heaping tablespoons of the cooked beef mixture and 1 tablespoon of sliced scallions.

Step 4
~3 min

Lay an egg roll skin flat.

Step 5
~3 min

Place 2 tablespoons of the beef and egg mixture in the center of the skin.

Step 6
~3 min

Fold the skin like an envelope to enclose the filling.

Step 7
~3 min

Heat a small amount of oil in a kwali/wok/cast iron pan over medium heat.

Step 8
~3 min

Fry the folded Martabak until golden brown and crispy on both sides. Drain on paper towels.

Step 9
~3 min

Repeat the process until all the stuffing is used up.

Step 10
~3 min

Serve hot with kechap manis (sweet soy sauce) for dipping.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of spice to your preference.

Make sure the beef mixture is not too wet, or the egg roll skins will become soggy.

Serve with a variety of dipping sauces, such as sweet chili sauce or peanut sauce.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The beef mixture can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with kechap manis (sweet soy sauce).

Serve with a side of pickled vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Gado-gado
Mie Goreng

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Sumatra, Indonesia

Cultural Significance

A popular street food and snack in Indonesia, often enjoyed during gatherings and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Eid al-Fitr
Independence Day

Occasion Tags

Snack Time
Party Food
Game Day
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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