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Soto Betawi is a hearty beef soup consisting of chunks of meat and offal that are slowly simmered in a coconut milk broth, which is usually enriched with various spices such as lemongrass, turmeric, galangal, kefir lime leaves, and coriander. When... READ MORE

Kepiting saus Padang is a spicy Indonesian crab dish known for its bold, chili-laden sauce and rich, savory flavor, originating from the Padang culinary style of West Sumatra. The name translates to “crab in Pad... READ MORE

Empal gentong is a richly spiced beef soup hailing from the city of Cirebon in West Java, known for its deep, golden broth and ceremonial cooking method. At first glance, it may resemble other Indonesian mea... READ MORE

Sate Ponorogo is a traditional type of satay originating from Ponorogo in East Java. This type of satay is made with chicken that's marinated in a combination of shallots, garlic, candlenuts, coriander, turmeric, cumin, galangal, salt, and palm su... READ MORE

Rawon is a unique Indonesian dish with origins in East Java. This flavorful soup is usually made with slow-braised beef and other traditional Indonesian ingredients such as lime leaves, lemongrass, ginger, and chili. However, the key element is READ MORE

Ikan bakar is a beloved Indonesian grilled fish dish, known for its smoky aroma, bold spices, and savory-sweet glaze. The name ikan bakar literally means “grilled fish” in Indonesian and Malay (ikan = fish... READ MORE

Soto Lamongan is a beloved Indonesian chicken soup that originates from Lamongan, a city in East Java. What makes soto Lamongan unique is its clear, fragrant broth infused with turmeric, and most notably, the addition... READ MORE

Ayam bakar is a traditional Indonesian grilled chicken dish, beloved across the archipelago for its bold, smoky flavors and deeply aromatic marinade. The name "ayam bakar" translates directly to "grilled chicken" in B... READ MORE

Nasi gandul is a richly flavored rice dish that hails from the town of Pati in Central Java, Indonesia. It features steamed rice served with tender slices of beef or offal in a thin, aromatic coconut milk-based gravy,... READ MORE

Indonesian chicken stew is based on an aromatic combination of coconut milk and numerous spices such as lemongrass, tamarind, cinnamon, galangal, palm sugar, coriander, garlic, and shallots. The dish is typically prepared with bone-in pieces such ... READ MORE

Predominantly sweet, slightly robust, and deliciously spicy, tongseng is an authentic Indonesian meat stew, typically goat, cooked with kecap manis (sweet soy sauce), shredded cabbage, tomatoes, and coconut milk. It is commonly regarded as a combi... READ MORE

Coto Makassar is a rich and aromatic beef soup from Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia, deeply rooted in the culinary heritage of the Bugis and Makassarese people. Traditionally made with beef and various innards suc... READ MORE

Nasi goreng mawut is a traditional fried rice dish originating from Indonesia. A spice paste consisting of garlic, onions, hot peppers, shrimp paste, fish sauce, and candlenuts is sautéed and blended, then set aside. The rice is cooked with... READ MORE

Rendang ayam is a traditional Indonesian chicken dish that originates from the Minangkabau ethnic group in West Sumatra. In Rendang ayam, the chicken is slowly simmered in coconut milk infused with a complex spice b... READ MORE

Sayur lodeh is a traditional dish made with vegetables stewed in coconut milk. Eggplant, jackfruit, melinjo, long beans, and carrots are the most common vegetables used in the dish. However, sayur lodeh is so versatile that any vegetable can be ut... READ MORE

Gulai kambing is a rich and deeply aromatic Indonesian lamb, mutton or goat curry, rooted in Minangkabau traditions from West Sumatra but enjoyed widely across Java and other islands. At its heart, gulai kambing features tender pieces of lamb, mut... READ MORE

Sayur asem is a sweet and sour vegetable soup. Often referred to as tamarind soup, it is one of the favorite vegetable dishes in Indonesia. The entire dish is based on tamarind, an unusual plant commonly grown in Southeast Asia, which giv... READ MORE

Pepes ikan is a dish that is made by wrapping a whole fish, or occasionally pieces of fish, in banana leaves. The fish is generously coated in a spice paste that typically includes ingredients such as turmeric, candlenuts or macadamia, tomatoes, s... READ MORE

Sate kerang is an Indonesian skewered dish made with spiced and cooked mussels or clams, most famously associated with the city of Medan in North Sumatra. Unlike other types of sate that are grilled over charcoal, sat... READ MORE

This Indonesian goat stew originated in Surakarta, Java. It is believed that the dish appeared during the Dutch rule when the best goat cuts were usually distributed among the rich, and what was left for the poor were goat bones which still had so... READ MORE

Konro is an Indonesian beef rib soup originating from the Bugis and Makassarese people of South Sulawesi, particularly centered in the port city of Makassar. Known for its deep, rich flavor and dark brown color, konro... READ MORE

Gudeg Yogya is a traditional dish originating from Yogyakarta. This stew is usually made with a combination of young jackfruit, coconut milk, hard-boiled eggs, kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass, galangal, palm sugar, salt, and a spice paste consistin... READ MORE

Arsik is an Indonesian fish dish that originates from the Batak ethnic group of North Sumatra, particularly associated with the Toba Batak people who live around Lake Toba. At its core, arsik features whole freshwater... READ MORE

Ayam bakar opor is a traditional dish originating from Indonesia. The dish is usually made with a combination of chicken, coconut milk, salt, sugar, tamarind juice, oil, lime leaves, lemongrass, bay leaves, and a spice paste consisting of shallots... READ MORE

Tum babi is a traditional Balinese dish that features seasoned pork wrapped and steamed in banana leaves. The pork is typically minced or finely chopped and then mixed with a blend of aromatic Balinese spices and herbs, including garlic, shallots,... READ MORE