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Sumatra Recipes
Aceh, Minang, and Palembang — the spice island's diverse flavors
2 recipes from this region
Medium★★★★☆4.5
Laksan: Palembang Sago Fish Cake in Coconut Milk
Laksan is a traditional Palembang dish made from sago starch and fish, shaped into oval pieces similar to pempek but served in a rich, savoury coconut milk gravy seasoned with turmeric and chili. The dish offers a unique combination of chewy fish cakes swimming in fragrant, creamy sauce.
⏱ 60 mins👥 6 servings
Medium★★★★☆4.4
Burgo: Palembang Folded Rice Pancake in Coconut Soup
Burgo is a savoury dish from Palembang consisting of thin, folded rice flour pancakes served in a fragrant, white coconut milk-based soup seasoned with fish and topped with fried shallots. The delicate texture of the pancake combined with the creamy broth creates a comforting, aromatic meal.
⏱ 50 mins👥 6 servings