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Snack and Food
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items Indonesia food must try.
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Sections
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Javanese
West Indonesia Cuisine
East Indonesia
Bali Cuisine
Javanese
> Explore the rich and comforting flavors of Java — from sweet and savory snacks to aromatic dishes passed down through generations.
🍴 Each bite offers a story of heritage and homegrown simplicity with deep cultural roots.
✨ Discover soulful Java...
Rawon is a black beef soup from East Java known for its distinctive dark color, which comes from the use of keluwak (black nut). The beef is slow cooked with a blend of spices including garlic, ginger and turmeric, creating a rich and aromatic broth....
Rawon
Gudeg is a typical Yogyakarta food eaten with rice, fried krecek sauce and chicken opor. It tastes sweet, savory and delicious. Our family really likes this dish.
Gudeg Jogja - Yogyakarta Jackfruit Stew - Daily Cooking Quest
Krecek fried chili sauce is a complement to eating gudeg, but my family prefers to cook this type of dish separately because it is simple and delicious as a side dish for rice.
Sambal Krecek dan Tahu - Beef Skin and Tofu in Chili Sauce
Beef rib soup is actually one of the most popular types of soup. It tastes delicious, savory and has a distinctive beef flavor plus bone marrow. You should try this if you are traveling in Java
SUP IGA SAPI (Beef Ribs Clear Sup) Recipe by Kezia's Kitchen
Soto ayam is also a food that many Indonesians like. it tastes salty and savory and is usually eaten with rice. The contents, apart from chicken or beef, include bean sprouts, tomatoes, celery, spring onions as well as complete kitchen spices and ver...
Soto ayam
Fried rice is a favorite menu at home. If we cook a lot of rice left over so that it doesn't go to waste, it is usually fried with complete kitchen spices plus fried egg, shredded chicken and crackers.
Nasi goreng
Seblak is widely available in Bandung. The distinctive taste of kencur is very strong when we enjoy it. Fresh and delicious.
Seblak
Chicken satay and various types of satay are also favorite foods of Indonesian people. Served with peanut sauce so that there is a combination of salty savory sweet. Ddelicious and unforgettable. A restaurant that specifically serves chicken satay wi...
Sate Khas Senayan
West Indonesia Cuisine
> Bold spices and hearty textures define the culinary charm of Western Indonesia. From Padang classics to Sundanese bites, this collection celebrates robust taste and tradition.
🔥 Perfect for food lovers seeking intense flavor and unforgettable h...
The best food of Padang food lovers
Rendang Sapi Padang - Padang Style Beef Rendang
Chewy, savory, and deeply satisfying — Pempek is Palembang’s signature fishcake made from mackerel and tapioca, served with sweet-sour cuko sauce. A true street food gem with global flavor appeal.
✅ Try it frozen, grilled, or fried — perfect for snac...
Pempek Palembang lembut dengan kuah cuko
🍢 Sate Padang
Sate Padang, West Sumatra satay, Indonesian spicy satay, Padang cuisine
> A unique twist on Indonesian satay — this dish features tender beef skewers drenched in a thick, turmeric-spiced gravy. Earthy, spicy, and full-bodied in flavor.
✅ Perfect for spice lovers and those craving something bold and new.
Spice up your plat...
Sate Padang: Empuk & gurih - cara mudah membuatnya
Soto Padang, Minangkabau soup, Indonesian beef soup, clear broth
> A light yet flavorful soup made with clear beef broth, crispy fried beef, glass noodles, and perkedel (mashed potato cake). A refined comfort food that balances crisp texture with savory warmth.
✅ Elegant enough for brunch, nourishing enough for din...
Soto Padang Khas Uncu
Mie Celor, Palembang noodle dish, shrimp coconut broth, Indonesian comfort food
Thick noodles bathed in a creamy shrimp-based coconut broth, topped with boiled egg and fried shallots. Rich yet balanced — a perfect introduction to coastal Sumatra fla...
Mie Celor Palembang: Mudah, gurih & nikmat
🦐 Asam Padeh (Spicy Sour Fish Curry)
Keywords: Asam Padeh, Sumatra curry, spicy fish stew, Indonesian spicy food
A signature sour-and-spicy stew from Minangkabau cuisine made with fish, tamarind, chili, and herbs. Refreshing yet fiery — a bold dan...
Resep Asam Padeh Tongkol Padang oleh Favor Kitchen
East Indonesia
> Dive into the exotic, ocean-kissed cuisine of Eastern Indonesia. Featuring fresh ingredients, bold chili blends, and distinctive tribal influences — it’s where flavor meets adventure.
🌊 For those who crave depth, discovery, and dishes less trav...
Papeda is a traditional food made from sago Fluor commonly found in Maluku and Papua. It has a sticky, glue like texture and is usually served with fish soup. The bland taste of Papeda is perfectly complemented by the rich, savory flavors of the fish...
Papeda Recipes: Master Cooking this Exotic Dish! - Medium
Bali Cuisine
> Light, vibrant, and spiritual — Balinese cuisine blends herbs, coconut, and aromatic spices into a harmonious celebration of island life.
🌺 A tropical journey for the soul, full of healing flavors and traditional wisdom.
🌴 Take a flavorful esc...
🐖 Babi Guling (Slow-Roasted Suckling Pig)
Even I'm not A Consumer, but I could pick a good recommended food from my favorite Island in my country. A signature Balinese feast — whole pig marinated in aromatic spices (turmeric, lemongrass, garlic) an...
10 Tempat Makan Babi Guling Terenak di Bali
🍢 Sate Lilit
> Unique Balinese satay made from minced meat or fish, mixed with coconut, spices, and wrapped around lemongrass or bamboo — then grilled to smoky perfection. Compact, delicious, and visually charming.
A bite-sized emblem of island flavors ideal for r...
Noesaka
🍗 Ayam Betutu (Slow-Cooked Spiced Chicken)
> Whole chicken marinated in rich Balinese spices, wrapped in banana leaves, and slow-cooked until supremely tender. Earthy, aromatic, and elegantly presented — perfect for showcasing on high-end foodie platforms.
👉 *Share the spice journey with your...
Ayam Betutu Khas Gilimanuk Bali, Rawamangun
🥘 Nasi Campur Bali (Balinese Mixed Rice Platter)
> A colorful feast: steamed rice surrounded by small portions of grilled meats, veggies, satay, lawar, sambal, and more. It's a visual and taste adventure in one serving — highly Instagrammable and palate-pleasing.
👉 *Perfect for social posts — loads...
5 Rekomendasi Nasi Campur Terpopuler di Bali
🦐 Sambal Udang (Chili Prawn Sambal)
> Fiery, vibrant prawns simmered in spicy sambal with coconut and tamarind. It’s rich, zesty, and a favorite among seafood lovers — plus the bright red hues photograph beautifully.
👉 *Craving bold flavor content? Sambal Udang is your go-to shellfish ...
4 resep sambel udang khas bali enak dan mudah