Authentic Indonesian Iced Desserts You Must Try, A Refreshing Journey into Indonesian Dessert Culture

INTERNASIONAL, RBTVCAMKOHA.COM – Indonesia, the Southeast Asian archipelago with its diverse cultural heritage, not only captivates with its stunning landscapes but also offers a tantalizing range of unique and refreshing beverages.

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From every corner of the nation, Indonesians have perfected the art of crafting iced desserts that delight both locals and travelers alike. In this article, we will explore a selection of authentic Indonesian iced desserts that you must try, each showcasing the country's rich culinary tradition and ingredients that make them truly special.

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 1. Es Selendang Mayang

The first traditional Indonesian ice dessert delicacy originated in the capital city of Indonesia, known as Es Selendang Mayang. The name and delight of this Betawi community's signature, Es Selendang Mayang, have gained immense popularity, even outside Jakarta. What distinguishes Es Selendang Mayang is its filling, which has a texture similar to pudding or layered cake with striking colors like red, white, and green.

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The filling of Es Selendang Mayang is made from hunkwe flour or aren sago flour. Subsequently, this beautiful mixture is cut into square-shaped pieces and placed in a bowl. Finally, the cut filling is drenched with coconut milk sauce, palm sugar, and ice cubes.

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2. Es Pisang Ijo

The Indonesian cuisine that you must try next is Es Pisang Ijo. The dish Es Pisang Ijo is commonly sold in various dining establishments across different regions. This ice dessert is made from sweet bananas coated with green-colored flour dough. Pisang ijo is served with sweet red syrup and crushed ice or shaved ice.

What makes this traditional Indonesian ice dessert even more delightful is that it is also accompanied by bubur sumsum (a type of rice porridge) or black sticky rice and tapioca pearls.

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3. Es Campur

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