Bunga Turi Goreng
Bunga Turi Goreng is a popular Indonesian stir-fried dish made from the flowers of the vegetable hummingbird tree (Sesbania grandiflora). The bright white or pink blossoms are typically sautéed with a simple spice paste of shallots, garlic, and chilies, often with a splash of fermented shrimp paste (terasi) for umami depth. It is a common, humble vegetable side dish found in home cooking and street food stalls across Java and other parts of Indonesia.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is relatively low in calories and carbohydrates, with a modest amount of plant-based protein and dietary fiber from the flowers. It primarily provides vitamins like vitamin C and minerals such as iron and calcium, with a calorie count typically around 80-120 kcal per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 95 kcal |
| Protein | 4.5 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
| Vitamin C | 35 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Calcium | 85 mg |
| Potassium | 280 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 RAE |
| Folate | 45 mcg |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg |
Per 1 cup (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a great example of utilizing local, foraged ingredients in everyday Indonesian cuisine. The flowers themselves are known for their mild, slightly mucilaginous texture similar to okra, which becomes tender when cooked.
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