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A spread of Indonesian & Malaysian dishes

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Indonesian & Malaysian Recipes

58 recipes — each showing allergens, prep time, and servings. Page 2 of 3.

Ketupat Indonesian & Malaysian

Ketupat

Diamond-woven rice dumplings pressed into a firm, sliceable cake — the iconic companion to rendang and satay at every Malaysian celebration.

120 min Serves 4
No common allergens
Ais Kacang Indonesian & Malaysian

Ais Kacang

A mountain of shaved ice piled over red beans, jelly, and corn, then drenched in rose syrup and condensed milk — Malaysia's ultimate cooling dessert.

15 min Serves 8 Kid-safe
Dairy
Asam Pedas Indonesian & Malaysian

Asam Pedas

A punchy tamarind fish stew with bird's eye chili and torch ginger flower — sour, spicy, and briny in equal measure, best eaten with lots of rice.

40 min Serves 3
Fish Seafood
Pepes Ikan Indonesian & Malaysian

Pepes Ikan

Fish fillets packed with lemongrass, chili, and basil, wrapped in banana leaves and steamed until aromatic — delicate, herbal, and beautifully fragrant.

45 min Serves 2
Fish Seafood
Klepon Indonesian & Malaysian

Klepon

Bite-sized pandan rice cakes filled with palm sugar that melts on your tongue, rolled in grated coconut — a classic Indonesian sweet with a joyful surprise.

30 min Serves 8
Wheat
Curry Laksa Indonesian & Malaysian

Curry Laksa

Thick egg noodles in a rich, coconut-curry broth loaded with prawns, tofu puffs, and cockles — bold, creamy, and warmly spiced.

45 min Serves 4 Kid-safe
Dairy Seafood Shellfish +2
Popiah Indonesian & Malaysian

Popiah

Fresh spring rolls stuffed with braised turnip, egg, and crunchy peanuts, wrapped in a thin crepe — light, textured, and full of contrasting flavors.

45 min Serves 4
Egg Peanut
Nasi Uduk Indonesian & Malaysian

Nasi Uduk

Jakarta's fragrant coconut-steamed rice infused with lemongrass and pandan, served with crispy tempeh, egg, and sambal — a morning staple worth savoring.

40 min Serves 4
Dairy
Rawon Indonesian & Malaysian

Rawon

East Java's signature jet-black beef soup, its inky depth from keluak nut, rich and earthy — topped with bean sprouts, egg, and a squeeze of lime.

120 min Serves 3
Egg
Tempeh Goreng Indonesian & Malaysian

Tempeh Goreng

Sliced fermented soybean cake fried until golden and nutty-crisp — a humble, protein-rich Indonesian staple with satisfying crunch and umami depth.

20 min Serves 4
Soy
Mie Kari Indonesian & Malaysian

Mie Kari

Egg noodles submerged in a fragrant, turmeric-golden curry broth with shrimp and tofu — warming, aromatic, and deeply satisfying any time of day.

30 min Serves 2 Kid-safe
Dairy Wheat
Kue Lapis Indonesian & Malaysian

Kue Lapis

Steamed Indonesian layer cake built one color at a time — coconut-milk-sweet, gently spiced with pandan, and satisfyingly chewy.

60 min Serves 8
Dairy Wheat
Pisang Goreng Indonesian & Malaysian

Pisang Goreng

Ripe bananas in a crispy, golden batter, sweet and caramelized at the edges — Southeast Asia's most beloved street snack, best eaten hot.

20 min Serves 4
Wheat
Mee Rebus Indonesian & Malaysian

Mee Rebus

Yellow noodles bathed in a thick, sweet-savory gravy made from sweet potato and spices, topped with boiled egg and crispy shallots — uniquely Malaysian.

45 min Serves 7 Kid-safe
Egg Seafood Shellfish +2
Bakmi Goreng Indonesian & Malaysian

Bakmi Goreng

Indonesian stir-fried egg noodles tossed with chicken, vegetables, and sweet soy sauce in a sizzling wok — a go-to weeknight dinner with bold flavor.

25 min Serves 3 Kid-safe
Egg Soy Wheat
Gudeg Indonesian & Malaysian

Gudeg

Yogyakarta's slow-cooked young jackfruit, braised for hours in coconut milk and palm sugar until tender, sweet, and deeply flavored — a Javanese treasure.

180 min Serves 4
Dairy
Sop Buntut Indonesian & Malaysian

Sop Buntut

Indonesian oxtail soup, slow-simmered until the broth is rich and the meat slips from the bone — fragrant with nutmeg, cloves, and fresh herbs.

180 min Serves 4
No common allergens
Keropok Lekor Indonesian & Malaysian

Keropok Lekor

Terengganu fish sausage — chewy, lightly smoky, and ocean-fresh, deep-fried until golden and served with a tangy chili dip.

60 min Serves 4
Fish Seafood Wheat
Ayam Masak Merah Indonesian & Malaysian

Ayam Masak Merah

Fried chicken simmered in a vivid tomato and chili sauce until glossy and fiery-sweet — a Malaysian festive favorite that always draws a crowd.

45 min Serves 4
No common allergens
Teh Tarik Indonesian & Malaysian

Teh Tarik

Malaysia's frothy 'pulled' milk tea, blended hot between cups until silky and caramel-sweet — the drink that brings everyone to the kopitiam.

10 min Serves 2
Dairy
Bubur Ayam Indonesian & Malaysian

Bubur Ayam

Silky Indonesian rice porridge topped with shredded ginger chicken, crispy shallots, and celery — a gentle, nourishing breakfast that soothes on any morning.

60 min Serves 4
No common allergens
Kuih Ketayap Indonesian & Malaysian

Kuih Ketayap

Delicate pandan crepes rolled around sweet, caramelized coconut filling — fragrant, soft, and a little indulgent, these Malay sweets disappear fast.

30 min Serves 8 Kid-safe
No common allergens
Nasi Padang Indonesian & Malaysian

Nasi Padang

A lavish Sumatran spread — steamed rice surrounded by bold curries, rendang, sambal, and braised greens, letting you build every mouthful your way.

90 min Serves 4
No common allergens
Martabak Manis Indonesian & Malaysian

Martabak Manis

Indonesia's thick, pillowy sweet pancake, bronzed and buttery, loaded with chocolate, cheese, or crushed peanuts — a nighttime street-food obsession.

30 min Serves 8 Kid-safe
Dairy