DENPASAR, BALIPOST.com – New Year’s Eve in Indonesia, especially in Bali, is always a special moment for family and friends to gather. With a warm celebratory atmosphere, it is often accompanied by a variety of delicious specialties.
These foods are not only about taste, but also a symbol of togetherness, hope and prayer for a better year. Each region has its own special food which is usually served on New Year’s Eve, this reflects the rich culture and culinary delights of the archipelago. Here are 6 dishes that are often served on New Year’s Eve, reported from various sources:
1. Grilled chicken
This is one of the mandatory dishes that is almost always on the dinner table on New Year’s Eve. Chicken meat is seasoned with various typical Indonesian spices and grilled until cooked, producing a tempting aroma.
Usually grilled chicken is served with chili sauce, warm rice and fresh vegetables, creating a combination of spicy, savory and fresh flavors. This dish is often the main menu during New Year’s Eve celebrations.
2. Satay
Apart from grilled chicken, satay is also a favorite menu that everyone likes. There are many types of satay that can be served. Cooking grilled over coals can create a warm atmosphere at night.
With a combination of peanut sauce or sweet soy sauce plus sliced shallots and chilies, the deliciousness of this dish will be irresistible. Apart from that, during the process of burning satay with family and friends, you can strengthen togetherness ahead of the new year.
3. Grilled corn
It is a snack that is almost never absent during New Year’s Eve celebrations. With such a simple preparation, grilled corn is a favorite because it can be enjoyed while relaxing in the yard or while enjoying a fireworks display.
Grilled corn is usually seasoned with butter, salt, or most often chili sauce, which can provide the perfect combination of sweet, salty and spicy flavors.
4. Grilled fish
For seafood lovers, grilled fish is definitely a food menu choice that is no less popular during New Year’s Eve celebrations. Various types of fish such as gourami, tilapia or snapper which are seasoned using special spices and grilled until cooked can be an option.
This dish is often served with dabu-dabu chili sauce or soy sauce which is very refreshing. Add fresh vegetables as a complement.
5. Various fried foods
This snack, such as bakwan, tempeh mendoan, and fried banana is always the main choice. These crispy and tasty fritters are often enjoyed with a cup of sweet tea or warm coffee, which can create a relaxing atmosphere while waiting for the new year.
This snack is also often a companion when chatting with family and friends on an evening full of fun.
6. Long live noodles
Many people during New Year’s Eve celebrations choose to serve Longevity Noodles. Longevity Noodles is a Chinese tradition that symbolizes the hope for long life and prosperity in the coming year. This food is usually cooked with the addition of fresh vegetables, shrimp, or chicken, giving it a rich and appetizing taste. (Ni Wayan Linayani/balipost)
