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Starting from savory, sweet, sour, to spicy, each typical food has unique characteristics that not only pamper the taste buds but also enrich the cultural experience. Well, food with a spicy taste is one type of food that many people like. With a strong spice taste and a challenging spicy taste, spicy food is generally found in almost all provinces in Indonesia.
From Sabang to Merauke, spicy food has a special place in the hearts of Indonesian people, making it an important part of every Indonesian meal.
A Spicy Sensation Typical of Indonesian Culinary
In Indonesia, spicy taste is not just an addition, but a core element that often dominates cooking. Spicy comes from various types of chili sauce, including shrimp paste chili sauce from Java, matah sambal from Bali, to dabu-dabu chili sauce from Sulawesi.
Apart from chilies, Indonesian cuisine also uses spicy spices such as black pepper, ginger, galangal and turmeric which provide depth of flavor. For Indonesian people, spicy dishes add to the enjoyment and provide a special sensation that makes eating more appetizing.
A selection of spicy Indonesian dishes that you must try
For lovers of spicy food, Indonesia offers a variety of culinary choices with varying spicy sensations. Here are some spicy Indonesian dishes that are worth trying:
1. Taliwang Chicken – Lombok
Ayam Taliwang is a typical Lombok grilled or fried chicken dish prepared with cayenne pepper, shrimp paste and other spices. It tastes spicy and savory with spices that penetrate perfectly into the meat. This dish is often a favorite for spicy food lovers because of its strong chili flavor.
