Lontong sayur

Lontong Sayur is a traditional Indonesian dish, specifically from the Betawi ethnic group in Jakarta. It is a type of lontong dish served with a variety of vegetables in coconut milk and accompanied by a hard-boiled egg, tempeh, tofu, and krupuk.

Ingredients and Preparation

The main ingredient of Lontong Sayur is lontong, a type of rice cake made from compressed rice that is then boiled in a banana leaf. The lontong is cut into small pieces and served with a variety of vegetables cooked in coconut milk, known as sayur lodeh. Common vegetables used in sayur lodeh include chayote, long beans, and jackfruit.

The dish is also typically served with a hard-boiled egg, tempeh, tofu, and krupuk. Tempeh and tofu are both soy products that are common in Indonesian cuisine, while krupuk is a type of deep-fried cracker that adds a crunchy texture to the dish.

Cultural Significance

Lontong Sayur is a popular dish in Indonesia, particularly in the capital city of Jakarta. It is often served for breakfast, but can also be enjoyed at any time of the day. The dish is a common sight at traditional markets and street food stalls, and is also often served at special occasions and celebrations.

The dish is a symbol of the cultural diversity of Indonesian cuisine, as it combines elements from different culinary traditions. The use of lontong, tempeh, and tofu reflects the influence of Javanese cuisine, while the use of coconut milk and a variety of vegetables is characteristic of Betawi cuisine.

See Also

• Indonesian cuisine
• Betawi cuisine
• Lontong
• Sayur lodeh
• Tempeh
• Tofu
• Krupuk