Yang Nyum Tong Dak (Caramelized Hot and Spicy Korean Fried Chicken)
Tongdak is Korea’s traditional whole fried chicken and one of the earliest forms of Korean fried chicken. It became wide…
15 Jul 2019 30 min 4 servings
A vibrant mix of salad from Indonesia
Gado-Gado: Indonesia’s Colourful Salad
Gado-Gado is a classic Indonesian dish that brings together a colourful mix of lightly cooked vegetables, tofu, tempeh, boiled egg, and sometimes potatoes, all generously coated in a rich peanut sauce. Its name roughly reflects the idea of “mixing things together,” which perfectly describes this vibrant and satisfying…
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Empal Daging (Spiced Fried Beef)
Spicy fried beef or Empal in Indonesia originated from the Sundanese cuisine of West Java, Indonesia, where thinly slice…
11 Jul 2019 120 min 6 servings
Soto Betawi (Betawi Beef Soup)
Soto Betawi is a traditional Indonesian beef soup hailing from Jakarta, featuring tender beef, offal, and coconut milk i…
14 Jul 2019 105 min 8 servings
Warm Up with Soto
Comforting winter favourite
Discover Soto, a beloved Indonesian soup known for its fragrant, spiced broth and comforting blend of meat, vegetables, herbs, and traditional toppings. Warm, nourishing, and full of flavour, it is the perfect dish for chilly Australian winter days.
Soto Betawi (Betawi Beef Soup)
Soto Betawi is a traditional Indonesian beef soup hailing from Jakarta, featuring tender b…
105 min
8 servings
Medium
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Soto Mie Jakarta (Jakarta Noodle Soup)
Originating from East Java, this dish is an authentic soup of Jakarta - the capital city o…
75 min
4 servings
Medium
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Soto Kudus (Kudus Chicken Clear Soup)
Soto Kudus is a distinctive Indonesian soup originating from Kudus, Central Java, known fo…
60 min
6 servings
Medium
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The Story of Indonesian Cuisine
A culinary journey across thousands of islands
Indonesian cuisine has been shaped over centuries by local traditions, ancient kingdoms, migration, and the historic spice trade. Every island and region has its own unique ingredients, cooking techniques, and signature flavours, creating an extraordinary variety of dishes across the country. Influences from China, Ind…
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Spices of Thousand Islands
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Diversity of Indonesian Cuisine
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