Monday, June 23, 2014

Sate Languan a Delicious Traditional Balinese Side Dish

Sate Languan is a traditional Balinese food originated from Klungkung Regency. Although it is originated from Klungkung Regency, it can easily be found anywhere in Bali. Sate Languan is a side dish, mainly served with rice and other side dishes. The main ingredient is sea fish, mixed with spices and coconuts. Balinese Hindu use this traditional food in ritual ceremonies, it is served to Gods and Spirits before it is consumed by families. On big Hindu ceremonies and family gathering, Sate Languan is one of the main food that is cooked, other foods that are cooked during Hindu holidays are Lawar and Babi Guling. This sate tastes more delicious when it is served after it is cooked or when it is still in warm condition.

It is a simple dish, anyone can try making this traditional food at home. Firstly, spices such as garlic, red onion, ginger and chilli is mashed. The mashed spices is then fried with coconut oil. Some sugar, salt, shrimp paste and coconut milk are added. Meanwhile, fish meat is also mashed, when it is mashed, it is mixed together with the spices. When it is mixed well, it is wrapped on the Sate stick and is ready to be grilled and served. Sate Languan lasts only one day, so it is recommended to consume the Sate directly when it is served. It is an interesting side dish and visitors who visit Bali should try this delicious culinary. It can easily be found in food stalls and restaurants all around Bali.

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