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William’s hidden wonder is adding kerisik (grated coconut toasted until dark brown and oily). He said this is the "umami bomb" most home cooks skip.

A huge section would be dedicated to this war. Blenders produce a smooth, wet paste, but they tear the chili skins, releasing bitter alkaloids. A mortar (cobek) crushes the cell walls, releasing oils without bitterness. William’s rule: Use a blender for wet marinades (fish), use a mortar for dry sambals and rendang bumbu. William’s hidden wonder is adding kerisik (grated coconut

Flavors of Indonesia is visually stunning. The book is filled with photography that captures the vibrant colors of the ingredients and the communal spirit of Indonesian dining. You see the steam rising from a banana-leaf parcel, the glistening sheen of a satay glaze, and the intricate details of temple carvings that inspire food presentation. Blenders produce a smooth, wet paste, but they

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Some of the culinary wonders featured in the book include: Flavors of Indonesia is visually stunning