Balinese Cuisine
Surrounded by Island of Java on one side and Lombok on the other side, Bali is one of the largest islands in Indonesia. This predominantly Hindu island in an otherwise Muslim country, Bali is unique when it comes to its gastronomy. Besides the meat varieties, Balinese Cuisine also includes a fare share of vegetarian choices.
Must try Balinese dishes
Balinese cuisine is well known for its spicy sambal, fragrant rice, grilled succulent meats served with colorful tasty condiments. Some of the must try dishes include:
Ayam Goreng – Fried Chicken
Ayam Betutu – Chicken stew with red rice and other accompaniments
Sate Ayam – Chicken Satay
Sate Babi – Pork Satay
Bebek Betutu – Roasted Duck
Lawar – Mix vegetables, coconut served with meat
Nasi Campur – Rice served with vegetables, meats, eggs
Telur Bumbu – Boiled eggs in hot spicy sauce
Iga Babi – Balinese pork ribs
Sate Lilit – Spiced minced meat sate
Do not miss humble offerings at Balinese Warungs (streetside food stalls). Warungs are a parallel gastronomical institution in Indonesia. Read Warung – The real taste of Indonesia
Go Vegan in Bali
With its mouth watering dishes served with colorful vegetables, Bali is a great place to turn into a vegan or a vegetarian. Ample of delicious vegetarian options include
Gado Gado – Vegetable salad
Sambal Terong Bakar – Brinjals with sambal
Nasi Goreng – World famous vegetable fried rice
Nasi Kuning Tumpeng – Yellow rice served with vegetables & sambal
Basa Gede – A spicy sauce eaten with white or red rice
Of course you can not give a miss to the sea food offers around the beaches. You can try Balinese Cuisine in a fine dining restaurant or head to a warung for a humble spread of local delicacies to be savoured by the roadside. Balinese food is certain to tickle the palates with its delectable cuisine!
Ubud – The cultural capital of Bali
Ubud is the cultural capital and heart of Bali. It is easy to plan a month long stay in Ubud, to soak up the history, culture, savor Balinese cuisine and get lost in the lush green countryside! Read more about ‘Things to do in Ubud.’
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