Betawi Cuisine
Betawi Cuisine is the traditional food of the Betawi people, the indigenous inhabitants of Jakarta, Indonesia. This cuisine reflects a rich blend of influences from various cultures, including Chinese, Arab, Dutch, and Indigenous Indonesian traditions. Common ingredients include rice, coconut milk, and a variety of spices, resulting in flavorful dishes.
Popular dishes in Betawi Cuisine include Nasi Uduk, a fragrant rice dish cooked in coconut milk, and Soto Betawi, a beef soup with a creamy coconut base. Other favorites are Kerak Telor, a spicy omelet, and Asinan Betawi, a pickled vegetable salad. These dishes showcase the unique culinary heritage of Jakarta.