Kupat tahu

Kupat tahu is a traditional Indonesian dish, originating from the West Java region. It is a popular street food, often enjoyed as a snack or light meal. The dish is a combination of kupat (rice cake) and tahu (tofu), served with a sweet and spicy peanut sauce.

Ingredients and Preparation

The main ingredients of kupat tahu are rice, which is cooked and then packed into a square shape to form the kupat, and tofu, which is deep-fried until golden brown. The dish is typically served with a peanut sauce, made from ground peanuts, palm sugar, tamarind, chilies, and garlic. Some variations of the dish may also include bean sprouts, cabbage, and cucumber.

The preparation of kupat tahu involves cooking the rice and packing it into a square shape, then deep-frying the tofu. The peanut sauce is prepared by grinding the peanuts and mixing them with the other sauce ingredients. The dish is then assembled by placing the kupat and tahu on a plate, pouring the peanut sauce over them, and garnishing with the optional vegetables.

Variations

There are several regional variations of kupat tahu. In Bandung, the dish is often served with soy sauce and kerupuk (crackers). In Magelang, kupat tahu is served with a sauce made from tempeh. In Jakarta, the dish is often served with a sweet and sour sauce, rather than a peanut sauce.

Cultural Significance

Kupat tahu is a popular dish in Indonesia, particularly in the West Java region. It is often enjoyed as a snack or light meal, and is commonly sold by street vendors. The dish is also often served during traditional Indonesian celebrations and festivals.

See Also

• Indonesian cuisine
• Street food
• Tahu goreng
• Tempeh