Nasi Padang

Nasi Padang is a popular Indonesian meal, named after the city of Padang, the capital of West Sumatra. It is a style of Minangkabau cuisine, which is renowned for its rich taste of succulent coconut milk and spicy chili.

Overview

Nasi Padang (Padang-style rice) is a miniature banquet of meats, fish, vegetables, and spicy sambals eaten with plain white rice, it is Indonesia's most famous export and the Minangkabau's great contribution to Indonesian cuisine.

Components

The main component of Nasi Padang is steamed rice. The rice is accompanied by more than a dozen dishes, which include beef rendang, spicy water spinach, jackfruit curry, crispy fried chicken, boiled cassava leaf, and sambal, among others.

Serving Style

Nasi Padang is known for its unique serving style. All the dishes are served in small plates. It is also known as "hidang" style, where all dishes are served onto the table, and customers only pay for what they consume from these dishes.

Popularity

Nasi Padang has gained popularity not only in Indonesia but also in other countries. It has become a favorite in neighboring Malaysia, Singapore, and beyond.

See Also

• Indonesian cuisine
• Padang
• Minangkabau cuisine
• Rendang
• Sambal