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Babi Guling — traditional dish from Uluwatu, Indonesia
Main course Meat

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Nutritional Values

🔥700kcal
💪40gProtein
🌾10gCarbs
🥑60gFat
🌿1gFibre
⚖️250 gServing

* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten

Babi Guling

How to order / say it
Say it Babi Guling — [Bah-bee Goo-ling]
Order I want to try Babi Guling, please.
Locally Saya ingin mencoba Babi Guling, tolong.
Say locally

A flavorful Balinese roasted pig.

Why try it?

This dish is a centerpiece in Balinese ceremonies and offers a glimpse into local festive traditions.

How it tastes

Crispy skin and tender, spiced meat create a rich and flavorful experience, typically accompanied by rice and vegetables.

Origin & History — first documented: 1920

Introduced to Uluwatu in the 20th century, this dish quickly became integral to temple ceremonies and special occasions.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 3 kg suckling pig
  • 🧂 30 g turmeric
  • 🧄 20 g garlic
  • 🌿 30 g lemongrass
  • 🧂 15 g chilli
  • 🫒 50 ml coconut oil

Method

  1. 1 Prepare a spice paste using turmeric, garlic, lemongrass, and chili.
  2. 2 Rub the paste inside and on the surface of the pig.
  3. 3 Roast the pig over an open fire until the skin is crispy and golden.
  4. 4 Slice and serve with rice and vegetables.

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