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Gado-gado

Gado-gado is a lunch indonesian recipe with 450 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

450 kcal

Total Time

25 min

Servings

1

Protein

20 g

Ingredients

  • mixed vegetables (cabbage, green beans, bean sprouts)100g
  • tofu50g
  • tempeh50g
  • large egg1 piece
  • peanut butter2 tbsp
  • water3 tbsp
  • garlic.5 clove
  • chili paste.25 tsp
  • sugar.5 tsp
  • lime juice.5 tsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Steam or boil the mixed vegetables until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Fry the tofu and tempeh until golden brown. Slice them and set aside.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Hard-boil the egg, then peel and slice it.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Arrange the vegetables, tofu, tempeh, and egg on a plate.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Prepare the peanut sauce by blending peanut butter, water, garlic, chili, and a little sugar and lime juice until smooth. Pour the sauce over the salad before serving.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

450

Protein

20g

Carbs

30g

Fat

25g

Fiber

8g

Micronutrients

Iron

3 mg

Zinc

2 mg

Sodium

300 mg

Calcium

150 mg

Folate

100 mcg

Magnesium

80 mg

Potassium

500 mg

Vitamin C

20 mg

Vitamin A

150 mcg

Vitamin B12

0.5 mcg

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

Yes

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

MilkEggTree NutSoy

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Gado-gado can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gado-gado

How many calories are in Gado-gado?

Gado-gado has about 450 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Gado-gado suitable for vegetarians?

Yes. Gado-gado is suitable for vegetarians as written.

Is Gado-gado gluten-free?

Gado-gado is not reliably gluten-free as written. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Gado-gado?

Yes. This recipe includes Milk, Egg, Tree Nut, and Soy. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Gado-gado ahead of time?

Gado-gado can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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