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Nutritional Values
450kcal
26gProtein
55gCarbs
15gFat
2gFibre
200 gServing
* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Balinese Rice Delicacy
How to order / say it
Say it
Nasi Jinggo — [NAH-see JEENG-go]
Order
I'd like the Nasi Jinggo, please.
Locally
Saya mau nasi jinggo, tolong.
Say locally
A small portioned rice meal wrapped in banana leaves.
Why try it?
Nasi Jinggo represents affordability and tradition, often enjoyed as street food, showcasing Balinese flavors in a compact form perfect for meals on the go.
How it tastes
Expect compact bites bursting with spicy, savory flavors wrapped in fragrant banana leaves, combining rice with a variety of toppings like chicken and sambal.
Origin & History — first documented: 1980
Emerging in the late 20th century, this dish catered to the need for affordable, portable meals for the working class, quickly becoming a beloved street food icon.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 200 g cooked rice
- 🥩 100 g shredded chicken
- 🫘 50 g fried tempeh
- 🥣 30 g sambal
- 🥕 4 sheets banana leaves
- 🌿 10 basil leaves
Method
- 1 Spoon rice onto a banana leaf.
- 2 Add chicken and tempeh toppings.
- 3 Top with sambal and fresh basil.
- 4 Wrap tightly and serve as a portable meal.
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