Gandasturi Recipe
Gandasturi, a mouth-watering delicacy from the heart of Indonesia, is a gem that beautifully encapsulates the rich and diverse culinary tradition of this Southeast Asian country.
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Servings: 24
Calories: 225kcal
Equipment
- bowl
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons oil
- Plenty of cold water
- 150 grams of all-purpose flour
- 4 pandan leaves
- 600 grams of mung beans
- 8 teaspoons creamed coconut
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla powder
- 200 grams of raw cane sugar
- More water
- 150 grams of rice flour
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Mix all-purpose flour, rice flour, salt, and oil in a bowl. Gradually add water and knead until a smooth dough forms. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Cook mung beans until soft, mash them. Combine creamed coconut, raw cane sugar, vanilla powder, and salt in a pan. Add mashed mung beans and cook until thickened.
- Roll out the rested dough into thin sheets. Cut small circles using a round object.
- Place mung bean mixture in the center of each dough circle.
- Fold edges over the filling, creating a half-moon shape. Seal edges with a fork.
- Option A – Steaming: Steam for about 20 minutes until fully cooked.
- Option B – Frying: Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Garnish with shredded coconut or sesame seeds. Serve hot or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use only rice flour or substitute with gluten-free all-purpose flour.
- If you can’t find pandan leaves, you can use pandan extract for the same aroma and flavor.
- To make a healthier version of Gandasturi, try baking it instead of steaming or frying. Simply brush some oil on top of the dough before baking at 375°F for about 20 minutes.
- To make the filling more creamy, you can add a little bit of coconut milk to the mixture while cooking.
- For extra sweetness, you can sprinkle some powdered sugar on top of the Gandasturi before serving.