KOMPAS.com – Typical East Javanese dishes always offer unique flavors and are full of warmth.
The combination of local spices with fresh ingredients creates dishes that are not only delicious, but also full of memories. From soupy dishes to spicy food, you can try everything.
East Java’s culinary richness cannot be separated from long traditions passed down from generation to generation.
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Unique cooking techniques and special spices are the reasons why this dish is so popular. Apart from being delicious, each dish also has a deep cultural story.
Tasting East Javanese cuisine is like exploring the diversity of unique flavors. Simple tips like using fresh ingredients can help create delicious, authentic flavors.
So, if you want to try cooking it, prepare the best ingredients and spices.
1. Duck Rice
Duck Rice is the right choice for those of you who like spicy and savory flavors. Duck meat marinated with traditional spices has a tender texture without a fishy taste. Serve with warm rice, chili paste and fresh vegetables for the perfect culinary experience.
2. Soto Lamongan
Soto Lamongan is a typical East Java culinary dish which is famous for its koya as a complement.
Koya, which is made from a mixture of shrimp crackers and fried garlic, gives a distinctive savory taste to the clear soto sauce.
This dish usually consists of shredded free-range chicken, vermicelli, shredded cabbage and boiled eggs, which are then drizzled with rich chicken broth. Soto Lamongan is best eaten warm with the addition of lime juice and chili sauce.
3. Clover Pecel
Pecel Semanggi is a culinary dish that reflects the natural beauty of East Java. Clover leaves that resemble umbrellas are combined with vegetable starfruit chili sauce and palm sugar. The taste is simple but gives the warmth typical of traditional cooking.
4. Madurese Satay
Madura Sate is famous for its delicious, distinctive peanut sauce. The burning process using charcoal and a sprinkling of lime creates an alluring aroma. This dish is proof that simple culinary delights can be very special.
5. Bakwan Malang
Bakwan Malang is the perfect combination of meatballs, tofu and crispy fried dumplings. The savory broth combines with the spicy chili sauce and sweet soy sauce, creating a very delicious taste. This dish is suitable to be enjoyed in cold weather.
6. Know Tech
This simple dish consists of fried tofu, lontong and bean sprouts drizzled with petis peanut sauce. The combination of sweet, savory and spicy flavors makes Tahu Tek one of the favorite foods in East Java. Every bite brings traditional deliciousness.
7. Rawon
This iconic East Javanese dish has a thick black sauce made from keluak that is appetizing. Tender pieces of beef and the addition of short bean sprouts make Rawon a perfect choice for lunch. Don’t forget to add chili sauce for a better taste.
8. Lontong Kupang
This unique dish uses kupang, a small shellfish from the coast of East Java, as the main ingredient. Served with lontong and cassava lento, Lontong Kupang is even more delicious with a splash of special petis sauce. Suitable for seafood lovers.
9. Lontong Racing
Lontong Balap is a light but rich dish from Surabaya. Crispy lentho and fresh bean sprouts give this dish a unique texture. Added a little sweet soy sauce and chili sauce, Lontong Balap is ready to pamper your taste buds.
10. Mixed Tofu
Tahu Campur serves the perfect combination of fried tofu, kikil, and lontong. The distinctive petis sauce creates a sweet and savory taste that is hard to resist. This dish is a perfect example of East Javanese culinary delights.
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