A Taste of Indonesia

By eating in Indonesia one takes in the essence of the country, as no other nation is so well represented by its cuisine. The abundance of rice reflects Indonesia’s fertile landscape, the spices are reminiscent of a time of trade and invasion, and the fiery chili echoes the passion of the people. Indonesian cuisine is really one big food swap. Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch colonists and traders have all influenced the ingredients that appear on the Indonesian table, and the cuisine has been shaped over time by the archipelago’s diverse landscape, peoples, and cultures.

From the sweet graceful taste of Yogyakarta and Central Java, the fresh Sea Food of Makassar and Bali, to the fiery spices of the legendary Padang Food, Indonesia is truly a paradise of tastes.

1 . Rice wrapped in Banana leaves, accompanied by delicious fried fish, chicken, tofu, and shrimps, and complemented with fresh vegetables and the fiery chili sauce:  this is the Nasi Timbel, a signature Sundanese dish from West Java.

 

2 . As Rendang  is recognized as one of the most delicious dishes of the world, the legendary taste of Padang cuisine hasspread beyond its home town in West Sumatra to the international world.

 

3 . A perfect companion for the afternoon tea, Bika Ambon is a sweet treat from the capital of North Sumatra, Medan.

 

4 . With its endless seas and countless fishes and other sea dwellers, Indonesia is a paradise for seafood lovers.

5 . As the moon lights up Surabaya night sky, the Kembang Jepun Street is turned into a long stretching dining boulevard offering a large selection of the city’s culinary delights.

 

6 . Nasi Goreng, the renowned Indonesian Fried Rice, is one of the favorite dishes of  current American  President , Barack Obama.

7 . A plate full of small fried fish decorated with bright red spicy chili sauce: a truly intriguing image.

 

8 . Covered in thick juicy peanut sauce enhanced with a twist of lemon, the rich flavored chicken satay truly defines the taste of Indonesia. Posing behind it, is the star of Indonesian fresh water flavor, the fried Gurame fish.

 

9 . Under the romantic moonlight accompanied by the soothing sounds of waves and delicious fresh seafood on the table: dining on Jimbaran Beach in Bali is truly one of a kind experience.

10 . Gudeg, a set of graceful tastes from the royal city of Yogyakarta.