jakarta Recipes
4 delicious jakarta recipes from around the world
Ketoprak
A vibrant and flavorful Indonesian tofu salad, a popular Jakarta street food featuring fried tofu, rice cakes, vermicelli, and crisp bean sprouts, all generously coated in a rich, sweet and savory peanut sauce.
Laksa Betawi (Jakarta Coconut Noodle Soup)
A rich and fragrant Jakarta specialty, Laksa Betawi features tender chicken and rice noodles bathed in a creamy, aromatic coconut curry broth. This dish is a beloved comfort food, known for its complex flavors and satisfying textures.
Lontong Sayur
A beloved Indonesian dish featuring compressed rice cakes (lontong) served in a rich and fragrant coconut milk-based vegetable curry, often with fried tofu and tempeh. This version is inspired by the Betawi (Jakarta) tradition.
Nasi Uduk (Indonesian Coconut Rice)
Nasi Uduk is a fragrant Indonesian rice dish cooked in coconut milk and often infused with aromatics like lemongrass and bay leaves. It's a popular breakfast in Jakarta, typically served with a variety of delicious accompaniments.