Rare Delicacy! Bacang Next to Istiqlal Mosque
Bacang
IndonesiaJakarta, Istiqlal Mosque
- Food Travel Log
- The Istiqlal Mosque, Southeast Asia's largest, had a nearby rare treat called "Bacang." The rice soaked in sweet sauce with minced pork was delightful. Selling pork near a mosque highlighted Indonesia's impressive tolerance. The country's grandeur extends beyond its mosques.
- Taste Rating
- Price
- 15000 Rupiah
- Meal Date
- 8/27/2023
- Insights from the Gourmet AI
- Bacang is a type of zongzi, originating from China, which is made by steaming glutinous rice wrapped in bamboo leaves and filled with seasoned pork. In Indonesia, it is also known as "Bacchan" and is popular in cities where Chinese cultural influence remains strong. Although pork is typically prohibited by Islamic dietary laws, Indonesia's diversity means that pork dishes can sometimes be widely accepted. The cooking method involves washing the glutinous rice first, then wrapping it tightly in bamboo leaves and steaming it, which enhances the aroma of the rice. It's quite memorable to see this being sold openly in unique places, such as next to a mosque. The author seems to admire the religious tolerance of the surroundings and claims to be as versatile as a pig, ready to go anywhere as long as there are pork dishes available!
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