People all over the world, when having nothing else in common can find commonality in the topic of food. When being questioned about my life in Indonesia, one question sure to be heard is, "What do you eat there?"Well, I decided to show you some of my favorites pictorally, although it would be better if we could just go out together and get some! For example, I'd love to take you out for my favorite evening meal, none other than traditional Javanese Nasi Goreng (Fried Rice). There is no lack of little stands selling Nasi Goreng should you venture for an evening walk almost anywhere in Indonesia. People keep telling me that I'm getting skinnier and for the life of me I can't figure out why with all the Nasi Goreng that I consume after 6 PM... in fact, as I write this post, there is some in my belly.
Everyone seems to have their own special opinion on which nasi goreng seller is best in town and which ones are "kurang enak" (not so good). Well, the pictures I am showing you are from an old fella named Pak Minto.. he is one of the most well-known sharers of the nasi goreng love in Salatiga. He makes every bowl individually, which can cause a line to back up, but the fact that people continue to come and wait shows me that it's some special stuff.
The atmosphere is simple as well as the ingredients... your usual white rice, chicken, garlic, chili peppers, egg, veggies, and lots of oil of course are sure to be included, but one extra star for Pak Minto's place is the fried noodles that he masterfully throws in to the mix.
The greasy, spicy goodness along with the agreeable price (less than 70 cents a bowl) encourage customers to return time and again and keeps the smiles on their faces...
