Indonesian · dessert
Martabak Manis (Sweet Stuffed Pancake)
Martabak Manis (Sweet Stuffed Pancake) reads richness 6.1, sweetness 6.1 and nutty 4.2 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Indonesian dessert, about 40 min. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 4.5 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 6.1 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 0.0 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 3.8 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 7.4 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 0.0 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Richness 6.1 · Sweetness 6.1 · Nutty 4.2 · Salinity 3.9 · Bitterness 3.5 · Umami 3.4 · Funk & Ferment 2.8 · Earthy 1.9
What's in it (12)
- 2 cups flour
- 3 eggs
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp yeast
- 4 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup chocolate sprinkles
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- 3 tbsp condensed milk
Time & effort: about 40 min (15 min active) · effort: medium
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 353.4 kcal, 16.1 g protein, 11.5 g fat, 50.2 g carbs
Dietary: Vegetarian · Contains dairy · Contains egg — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (3 steps)
- Prepare a thick yeast-leavened batter and pour into a heavy pan, cooking until the top is bubbly and the bottom is golden.
- While still in the pan, add generous fillings and dot with butter, then fold in half.
- Slice into portions and serve warm.
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