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20 Indonesian food that you have to try!!
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items As an Indonesian living in the States, when I miss the flavors of my home country, I turn to these recipes. I believe these recipes are even better than those from Gordon Ramsay! To my taste, they offer a more authentic flavor that closely resembles ...
Rendang is a traditional Indonesian meat dish that originates from the Minangkabau people of West Sumatra. It is renowned for its rich, spicy flavor, achieved through slow-cooking beef in coconut milk and a mixture of herbs and spices until the liqui...
Voted #1 The World’s Best Food - Rendang (beef)
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Chicken satay is one of the most delicious food you can try. Though each ethic group in Indonesia has their own ways cooking chicken satay, chef Devina's recipe will ensure you can try out tasty satay made from scratch. My personal choice would be Ch...
Chicken satay
This might be more like restaurant fried rice recipe. I chose this recipe because there's an English subtitle. Unfortunately, this fried rice may not as authentic as you would get, if you visit Indonesia and taste the real deal. But it is still a goo...
Kampung Fried rice (Nasi Goreng Kampung)
Although this is not a food recipe, this is a recipe for making tempe (tempeh). Indonesians love their tempe and we do have a lot of ways cooking it, maybe more than you could imagine.
How To Easily Make Tempeh At Home
Indonesia has an incredible variety of soto. As an Indonesian myself, I haven’t tried every type of soto available, and there are still many regional variants I have yet to experience.
Indonesian Clear Chicken Noodle Soup (Soto Ayam Bening)
If you enjoy chicken curry, you might like opor ayam. Although Indonesia has various types of curry, this white chicken curry is typically eaten during Eid to celebrate the end of Ramadan, marking the end of a month of fasting."
Opor Ayam (Instant Pot or On The Stove)
I find that Sayur Asem shares some similarities with Thai food, as both often use tamarind. This Indonesian soup is typically sour and slightly spicy, much like some Thai dishes.
Indonesian Vegetable Tamarind Soup (Sayur Asem)
Lodeh shares similarities with curry because both use coconut milk. However, their tastes are distinct. There is something unique about lodeh that cannot be replicated by curry, though I'm not quite sure why.
Sayur Lodeh (Vegetables in coconut milk)
Here’s another Indonesian soup recipe you might enjoy. Have you ever tried oxtail soup? This is a great example!
Javanese Oxtail Soup (Sop Buntut)
"I mentioned the diversity of soto recipes earlier. Here’s one for you to try. If you try it, you will say, why the same name (soto) but yet so different?
Chicken Soup in Coconut Milk (Soto Ayam Medan)
Aside from enjoying tempeh, Indonesians also love tofu and use various cooking methods, including deep frying. A perfect match is tempeh with kecap manis (sweet soy sauce).
Tofu with sweet soy sauce dressing (Tahu Goreng Kecap)
Here's another way to cook tofu. Sorry world, but Indonesians know how to turn bland tofu into a delicious dish with this method.
Crispy veggie stuffed tofu (Tahu isi sayur renyah)
We have many ways to enjoy tempeh and tofu. From simple stir-fries to more elaborate dishes, these versatile ingredients can be prepared in various delicious ways.
Braised Spiced Tofu and Tempeh (Tahu dan Tempe Bacem)
Each family has their own unique version of tempeh mendoan, and this is just one example. During Ramadan, many street food vendors offer tempeh mendoan, as it is a popular choice for breaking the fast.
Crispy Thin Fried Spiced Tempeh (Tempeh Mendoan)
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Most people in Indonesia have likely tried batagor at least once. There are many variations of batagor, ranging from the more affordable versions sold by street vendors to the more sophisticated, gourmet versions.
Fried Dumplings with Peanut Sauce (Batagor)
I can assure you that this vegan dish surpasses many recipes that rely solely on teriyaki sauce. As much as I like teriyaki sauce, this recipe is way better!
Fried Tempeh in Spicy Sambal (Sambal Goreng Tempeh)
I tried Ketoprak when I moved to Jakarta, though I hadn't experienced it while living in my hometown of Surabaya. Initially, I didn't quite enjoy it because the garlic flavor was too strong for my taste. However, I've grown to miss it when I don't ha...
Vermicelli tofu salad and peanut dressing (Ketoprak)
The best Tahu Telur is made with petis (shrimp paste), which imparts a distinct taste that might be acquired, especially for those from outside my hometown of Surabaya. Honestly, Tahu Telur wouldn't taste the same without the shrimp paste. This recip...
Indonesian Tofu and Eggs Salad (Tahu Telur)
Pempek is quintessentially Indonesian, offering a unique culinary experience. Its chewy texture paired with a sauce that perfectly balances sweet, sour, and spicy flavors makes it a standout dish.
Indonesian Fish Cakes (Pempek Ikan Palembang Saus Cuko)
This dish will scream Indonesia especially when you eat it with hands.
Sundanese Salad with Grilled Chicken (Lalapan Ayam Bakar)