Indonesian · appetizer
Perkedel Jagung (Corn Fritters)
Perkedel Jagung (Corn Fritters) reads citrus 5.1, allium 4.8 and heat 3.9 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Indonesian appetizer, about 15 min. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 3.8 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 2.4 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 5.5 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 0.7 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 4.2 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 5.5 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Citrus 5.1 · Allium 4.8 · Heat 3.9 · Richness 3.9 · Salinity 3.6 · Floral 2.3 · Sweetness 2.3 · Herbaceous 2.2 · Umami 2.1 · Sourness 1.1 · Warm Spice 0.9 · Nutty 0.9 · Bitterness 0.6 · Earthy 0.6 · Fruity 0.6
What's in it (10)
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels
- 3 shallots, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 kaffir lime leaves, finely sliced
- 2 red chilies, minced
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 tsp salt
- oil for frying
Time & effort: about 15 min · effort: easy
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 70.1 kcal, 3 g protein, 1.5 g fat, 11.6 g carbs
Dietary: Vegetarian · Contains egg — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (2 steps)
- Roughly crush corn kernels and mix with finely chopped shallots, garlic, chili, kaffir lime leaf, spring onion, egg, and flour to form a batter.
- Drop spoonfuls into hot oil and fry until golden and cooked through.
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Every number above is Palate's engine-measured estimate, computed from this recipe's ingredients and techniques — not human-tasted ratings or reviews.