A typical Javanese warung angkringan, Yogyakarta and solo
Warung angkringan, Yogyakarta and solo.
Angkringan jogja |
Who has ever eaten at an angkringan??? Yes, these street stalls are indeed widely spread in Java, especially in areas that are crowded with young people. But the buyers do not come from among young people. This shop is indeed very aesthetic and has a simple Javanese impression. Provides food and drinks typical of Java. In addition to the low price, the menus provided are also varied. Even though it's cheap, it's delicious.
Anyone know why it is called angkringan. Angkringan comes from a Javanese word which means a tool to sell food by carrying it. However, this sales model now uses a cart or kiosk, but it is still called angkringan. This shop is open at night, before using oil lanterns for lighting. Many people like to gather to just drink and eat at the angkringan. Starting from children, workers, parents, teenagers and others. Because the price is cheap it is also a cool place to chat with friends. In Java, it is wrapped in a family atmosphere. So between buyers and sellers or other buyers it's cool to joke in this angkringan.
The menu provided at the angkringan:
1. Sate angkringan
Sate angkringan (sate usus) |
Sate is a typical food in Java. Namely food made from chicken / goat meat by means of a skewer and grilled. At angkringan usually provide chicken intestine satay. The price is quite cheap around IDR 1000-2500.
2. Quail egg satay
Quail egg satay is widely available in Java. Eggs cooked with soy sauce, then on a skewer. The content of quail eggs can increase stamina for people who consume it. Quite cheap the price is around Rp. 2000-4500.3. Tempe mendoan
Tempe mendoan |
Tempe is a favorite food in Indonesia, especially Java. Food that is rich in nutrition because it is made from fermented soybeans and wrapped in banana leaves. Tempe mendoan is tempeh whose model is thin and wet. It tastes delicious, usually eaten with a special chili sauce or chili. The price is quite cheap too, around Rp. 2000 - 5000.
4. Nasi Kucing
Nasi kucing |
Nasi Kucing does sound strange. But this is just a name for a little rice with a side dish of sambal and anchovies. Cat rice is a typical angkringan food. In addition to a cheap price is also enough to hold hunger. With a fairly good taste, the price is around IDR 3000 - 5000.
5. Ginger Wedang
Wedang ginger |
In angkringan apart from special food, there is also a special drink, namely ginger wedang. Wedang Ginger is made from boiled ginger. Sometimes wedang ginger is mixed with milk. The delicious taste can increase stamina. Therefore, ginger wedang is sought after by workers who return home after work. The price is IDR 3000 - 6000.
And there are many other menus, there are fried tofu, fried fish, and drinks that are delicious to drink at night. Are you interested in trying? If you go to Jogja, you should try eating at angkringan.