Indonesian Fruit Salad Recipes

Ingredients :

1 cup brown sugar

3 cups water

2 tsp dried hot red pepper flakes

3 tbsp fresh lemon juice

segments from 3 large oranges, pith and membranes removed

segments from 2 large grapefruit, pith and membranes removed

2 mangos, peeled and cut in slices or chunks

2 sliced cucumbers, peeled and seeded

1 medium pineapple, peeled, cored and cut into chunks

3 tbsp chopped Thai basil

Method :

In a small saucepan over moderate heat, boil sugar and water for 5 minutes. Add the pepper flakes and lemon juice. Cool the syrup to lukewarm. Assemble all of the fruits and cucumbers in a bowl. Pour the warm syrup over the mixture. Chill well. Toss with greens if desired.

Makes 12 cups

This Indonesian Fruit Salad yields quite a lot of fruit compote, but it will keep in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. You can serve it as is or over watercress.

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