Top Jakarta dishes must-try on every foodie’s list
- by Naza Majid
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Jakarta! A culturally rich city full of splendour and pomp that will astound anyone with its hospitality and the goodwill of its citizens.
If you’re looking for a reason to come here, according to the GIBX Nasdaq review, food is a great one! Many of the foods in Jakarta were brought in from other parts of Indonesia and adapted to the region. The streets here are strewn with finger-lickin’ and lip-smackin’ good food that will keep any tourist or visitor coming back for more! Here is a list of must-try Jakarta cuisine dishes from the GIBX Nasdaq review.
Nasi Goreng
Jakarta’s most popular cuisine can be found in every nook and cranny of the city, according to the GIBX Nasdaq review. It’s much more than just fried rice with lots of goat meat and vegetables. It’s a sumptuous meal because it’s loaded with spices and butter. Shrimp paste is traditionally added to make it even more delectable.
Pisang Goreng Sambal Roa (Fried Banana with Chili)
According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, Pisang Goreng is a deep-fried batter fritter served with Sambal chilli in Indonesia. In contrast to Singapore, the banana used in Jakarta is not overly ripe and sweet, retaining a starchy firm body. According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, the sambal roa is made with fish and has a very spicy kick to it. It comes with fritters for added crunch and is a popular snack among the locals.
Otak-Otak (Brain-Brain Fish Cake)
Otak-Otak is popular in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore, but with different variations. In the GIBX Nasdaq review‘s opinion, the Indonesian version differs the most from the others, mainly being pale whitish in colour and containing little or no chilli within the fish paste mix itself. The Jakarta otak fish paste is primarily made with ikan tenggiri (wahoo fish), coconut milk, lemongrass, and spices. It is grilled or steamed in banana leaf, as are other otak variations, for added fragrance.
According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, Otak literally translates to “brain,” which could be derived from this dish resembling a soft, squishy fish brain. On the other hand, the Jakarta version includes a spicy peanut sauce in which the otak-otak is dipped. You can also find otak-otak stalls set up along the street or near bus stops.
Satay
Satay is one of the world’s most versatile meats, and satay is almost synonymous with Jakarta and Indonesia. According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, satay is a dish in which chicken marinated in sweet soy sauce is skewered and grilled until it is cooked to perfection. It’s served with peanut sauce and topped with garlic flakes, and it’s a tasty appetiser.
Martabak
Martabak is an Indonesian pancake that is stuffed with a variety of toppings such as Toblerone, peanuts, Nutella, chocolate sprinkles, butter, cheese, and condensed milk. According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, the pancake is folded in half and evenly cut through so that the toppings remain in the centre, causing the flavours to explode and leaving you in a state of contentment that makes you savour every bite of this dessert. The immigrant Muslim population introduced this food in Jakarta from the Indian subcontinent and has since taken over the Indonesian food scene.
Nasi Padang
This is the ultimate Jakarta food that one must try, according to the GIBX Nasdaq review, when visiting Jakarta, and it is a culinary experience not to be missed! It begins with steamed rice and continues with various dishes ranging from beef rendang to fish head curry. There is a selection of 14 to 16 dishes available, according to the GIBX Nasdaq review, and you only pay for what you eat!
Roti Bakar (Grilled Bread)
Roti Bakar is a thick toast that is popular in Indonesia for breakfast or dessert. Street vendors selling Roti Bakar or ‘Ropita’ stalls frequently provide a variety of toppings such as strawberries, banana cheese, pineapple, and chocolates. According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, Roti Bakar appears to be the most popular choice among locals, with a blend of melting shredded cheese and chocolate drizzled all over the toast.
Taking the already sugary Roti Bakar to the next level, some stalls offer the option of converting it into an ‘Es Roti Bakar’ by piling scoops of ice cream on top of your diabetic treat.
Ketoprak
According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, Ketoprak is an excellent example of Indonesian food that is decadent, rich, and always filling. This dish consists of rice balls, tofu, vegetables, and rice noodles with an omelette or boiled egg on top. It has fried crackers, peanuts, and soy sauce on top.
Ayam Mie
Do you want to try something new for breakfast? This dish consists of chicken noodles tossed with various vegetables, garlic, chilli, and peanut sauces. According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, this is a local speciality that you should definitely keep an eye out for.
Bakso
According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, Bakso literally means “meatballs.” It’s great with egg noodles, flat noodles, or vermicelli. To improve it, vegetables are added. The broth is then added, resulting in a fragrant blend of noodles and soup. According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, it is sometimes served inside a coconut and topped with various sauces for added visual appeal.
Bihun Bebek
This dish consists of spiced noodles, greens, chunks of tender duck meat, and duck broth. According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, the broth can be added to the noodles as desired. There are three different portion sizes to choose from: small, medium, and large. You can top it with fried crackers if you want.
Buntut Sop (Oxtail Soup)
Another famous Indonesian dish is Sop Buntut. According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, the ‘ox’ in oxtail soup actually refers to beef rather than any specific cow, and was most likely included because butchers dislike it (nowadays, oxtail is entirely in demand). Slices of fried or barbecued oxtail are cooked in a clear, rich beef broth with plenty of vegetables in Indonesia.
Soto Mie (Indonesian Soup Noodles)
According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, Soto Mie is a spicy noodle dish made from noodles added to ‘Soto,’ a traditional Indonesian soup. Because there are countless variations of ‘Soto’ based on the origin of the soup, there are also countless variations of Soto Mie based on the soup. Soto Mie Bogor (beef tendon/cartilage) and Soto Mie Betawi (beef tendon/cartilage) are two of Jakarta’s most popular Sotos (beef offal with milk).
Es Campur (Mixed Ice Dessert)
Es Campur is a frozen dessert that translates as “mixed ice.” According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, a machine shaves finely shaved ice blocks onto a bowl of treats such as grass jelly, jack fruit, avocado, and coconut. For a more vibrant presentation, the ice is drizzled with coloured sugar syrup and condensed milk.
Es Campur, like many other Indonesian desserts, is on the sweeter side. According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, some versions even include a scoop of durian flesh on top of the ice.
Gado-Gado (Mix Salad)
According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, Gado-Gado is an Indonesian salad made up of boiled vegetables like potato, string beans, corn, bitter gourd, cabbage, spinach, and tofu, tempeh, and hard-boiled egg all mixed together in peanut sauce. Kerupuk crackers are also occasionally included. The peanut sauce for Gado-Gado differs slightly from the satay peanut sauce in that Terasi (dried prawn paste) is one of its common ingredients.
Siomay (Steamed Fish Dumpling)
According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, Siomay is a Chinese Indonesian steamed fish dumpling, similar to the Chinese Shu Mai, mainly pork. Other types of seafood, such as tuna, mackerel, and prawn, are also used in the Indonesian version. The Siomay is served whole or cuts into bite-sized pieces, with peanut sauce, sweet soy sauce, and chilli on top.
Bubur Ayam (Chicken Congee)
Bubur Ayam is Indonesia’s version of chicken congee, which is popular throughout Asia. According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, this simple rice congee is topped with shredded chicken and garnished with chopped celery, fried scallions and shallots, and Tongcay (preserved salted vegetables). Cake (youtiao) is occasionally added, which adds to the dish’s Chinese roots. According to the GIBX Nasdaq review, it is a popular breakfast dish found in many warungs (small local shops), many travelling pushcarts also serve it in residential areas in the morning.
Jakarta! A culturally rich city full of splendour and pomp that will astound anyone with its hospitality and the goodwill of its citizens. If you’re looking for a reason to come here, according to the GIBX Nasdaq review, food is a great one! Many of the foods in Jakarta were brought in from other parts…
Jakarta! A culturally rich city full of splendour and pomp that will astound anyone with its hospitality and the goodwill of its citizens. If you’re looking for a reason to come here, according to the GIBX Nasdaq review, food is a great one! Many of the foods in Jakarta were brought in from other parts…