Nasi tutug oncom

Nasi tutug oncom is a traditional Indonesian dish, specifically from the Sundanese culture of West Java. The dish is a type of Nasi timbel, which is rice wrapped in banana leaf, served with a variety of side dishes. The unique feature of Nasi tutug oncom is the use of oncom, a type of fermented food staple in Sundanese cuisine, which is mixed or "tutug" with the rice.

Ingredients and Preparation

The main ingredient of Nasi tutug oncom is, as the name suggests, oncom. Oncom is a type of fermented food product, similar to tempeh, but made from different types of fungus. The oncom used in this dish is usually the red oncom, which is fermented with Neurospora sitophila fungus.

The preparation of Nasi tutug oncom involves cooking the rice and then mixing it with the oncom. The mixture is then wrapped in a banana leaf and steamed until it's fully cooked. The dish is usually served with a variety of side dishes, such as fried chicken, sambal, and vegetables.

Cultural Significance

Nasi tutug oncom is a popular dish in Sundanese culture, and it's often served in traditional Sundanese restaurants, known as Saung. The dish is also commonly served in family gatherings and celebrations, as it's easy to prepare in large quantities.

The use of oncom in this dish is a testament to the Sundanese people's ingenuity in food preservation and fermentation. Oncom, like other fermented foods, has a long shelf life and is rich in nutrients, making it an important food staple in the region.

See Also

• Indonesian cuisine
• Sundanese cuisine
• Nasi timbel
• Oncom
• Fermentation in food processing