Bali is unparalleled in popularity as a viable destination for family vacations. The coastal vacation spot is known for its clean and beautiful sandy beaches, fantastic resorts, local community, natural flora and fauna. However, the most criminally underrated star of any Balinese vacation is the local cuisine! If you do not consume the local, traditional cuisine on your Bali holidays, then you cannot call yourself a gastronome or expert in a foreign culture.
Balinese cuisine has so much to offer, with regards to its dishes. You will find a lot of mouth-watering platters carrying dishes you have never heard of and the aromas you have never caught in your life when you visit any eatery that serves authentic Balinese cuisine. Here are a few dishes you must try when you are in Bali:
So, do not let your taste buds rest when in Bali. There is so much to impress your palate.
Balinese cuisine has so much to offer, with regards to its dishes. You will find a lot of mouth-watering platters carrying dishes you have never heard of and the aromas you have never caught in your life when you visit any eatery that serves authentic Balinese cuisine. Here are a few dishes you must try when you are in Bali:
Nasi Goreng
The Nasi Goreng is a staple dish for the people of Bali. It is a variation of fried rice. The local community of Bali consume Nasi Goreng for breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well. This versatile dish was the runner’s up to CNN’s ‘most delicious poll’ back in 2011 and can be found at Balinese fast food establishments as well as the 5-star rated restaurants.Satay
If you are a meat-lover, then you cannot spend your Bali holidays without tasting the Satay even once. The Satay is the quintessential Indonesian meat dish. One can also say that it is Indonesia’s answer to the Turkish kebab. This dish comprises of skewered meat that is smeared with locally available spices. Indonesians are known to use everything from beef and pork to mutton and poultry for a Satay.Babi Guling
Another lip-smacking delight for the meat-lover vacationing on their Bali family holidays is the Babi Guling. The Babi Guling comprises of soft, baby pork stuffed with exotic spices and rare herbs. The tender pork is then grilled over coconut husks or wood for a smoky flavour. Make sure you sit down with an empty stomach when you order the Babi Guling because it fills you up as good as a multi-course meal.Nasi Campur
Nasi Campur offers you an assorted platter of rice, meat or fish, and vegetables. The nutritional balance and flavour have made this another staple in the Balinese community. You are bound to find this dish in any Balinese eatery.Gado-Gado
Balinese cuisine, which is essentially Indonesian, has something to offer the vegetarian and vegan tourist on their Bali family holidays too. The cold salad of Gado-Gado is known for its diverse assortment of vegetables topped with peanut sauce. You will find potatoes, corn, long beans, bean sprouts and even tofu in this dish. Non-vegetarians are advised to ask for a side of the poached egg.So, do not let your taste buds rest when in Bali. There is so much to impress your palate.
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