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Indonesian Cuisine

Nasi Goreng

Nasi Goreng is a popular Indonesian dish that translates to “fried rice.” It is made with cooked rice stir-fried with a combination of meat, vegetables, and spices. 1)

Rendang

Rendang is a rich and flavorful Indonesian meat dish, usually made with beef, cooked slowly in coconut milk and a mixture of spices until it becomes tender and caramelized. 2)

Satay

Satay is a beloved Indonesian street food consisting of skewered and grilled meat, often served with peanut sauce. 3)

Gado-Gado

Gado-Gado is a refreshing Indonesian salad made with blanched vegetables, tofu, tempeh, and hard-boiled eggs, topped with a savory peanut sauce. 4)

Sambal

Sambal is a popular Indonesian condiment made from chili peppers, shrimp paste, garlic, shallots, and other ingredients. It adds a spicy kick to various dishes. 5)

Bakso

Bakso is a meatball soup made from ground beef or chicken, served with noodles, vegetables, and a flavorful broth. 6)

Nasi Padang

Nasi Padang is a Sumatran-style meal featuring steamed rice served with a variety of flavorful side dishes, such as rendang, fried chicken, and spicy sambals. 7)

Nasi Uduk

Nasi Uduk is a fragrant Indonesian dish made with coconut milk-infused rice, often served with a variety of side dishes. 8)

Tempeh

Tempeh is a traditional Indonesian food made from fermented soybeans. It is a popular source of plant-based protein. 9)

Martabak

Martabak is a stuffed pancake typically filled with meat, eggs, and vegetables, available in sweet and savory variations. 10)

Ayam Goreng

Ayam Goreng is Indonesian-style fried chicken, often marinated in a mixture of spices before being deep-fried to crispy perfection. 11)

Soto

Soto is a traditional Indonesian soup made with a clear broth, meat (usually chicken or beef), vegetables, and sometimes noodles or rice. 12)

Pempek

Pempek is a popular Indonesian dish from Palembang, made from fish and tapioca flour, often served with a sweet and tangy sauce. 13)

Es Teler

Es Teler is a refreshing Indonesian dessert made with mixed fruits, coconut milk, condensed milk, and ice. 14)

Bubur Ketan Hitam

Bubur Ketan Hitam is a sweet Indonesian dessert made from black glutinous rice cooked with coconut milk and palm sugar. 15)