Pecel
Pecel (Indonesian pronunciation: [pət͡ʃəl], Javanese:ꦥꦼꦕꦼꦭ꧀) is a traditional Javanese salad with peanut sauce, usually eaten with carbs (steamed rice, lontong or ketupat).
| Alternative names | Pecal |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Indonesia |
| Region or state | Ponorogo, Madiun, Ngawi, Yogyakarta, Central Java, East Java |
| Serving temperature | Room temperature |
| Main ingredients | Vegetables in peanut sauce |
The simplicity of its preparation and cheap price has contributed to its popularity throughout Java. It has become a food that represents practicality, simplicity, and travel since the dish is often found along the train journey across Java.
Pecel was introduced to Malaysia, where it is known as pecal, by Javanese immigrants. Pecel is also very popular in Suriname, where it was introduced by the Javanese Surinamese.
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