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Nutritional Values
300kcal
10gProtein
30gCarbs
15gFat
8gFibre
250 gServing
* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.
Serombotan
How to order / say it
Say it
Serombotan — [Suh-rom-boh-tahn]
Order
Can I have Serombotan, please?
Locally
Bisa saya minta Serombotan, tolong?
Say locally
A local salad with spicy coconut sauce.
Why try it?
Serombotan is an embodiment of Uluwatu's vibrant vegetable preparations, often used in offerings and ceremonies.
How it tastes
With a blend of cooked and raw vegetables, the dish features a creamy and spicy coconut sauce, offering a balance of textures.
Origin & History — first documented: 1930
Developed in the early 20th century, Serombotan has roots in the community's traditional agricultural practices.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥕 100 g cabbage
- 🥕 100 g long beans
- 🥕 50 g bean sprouts
- 50 g coconut
- 🧂 20 g chili
- 🍋 10 ml lime juice
Method
- 1 Blanch cabbage, long beans, and bean sprouts until just tender.
- 2 Grate coconut and mix with crushed chili and lime juice.
- 3 Toss vegetables with spicy coconut sauce before serving.
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