Krecek
🇮🇩 A dish from Indonesia
Krechek or krecek or sambal goreng krechek is a traditional Javanese cattle skin spicy stew dish from Yogyakarta and Central Java, Indonesia. Traditionally it is made from the soft inner skin of cattle, however, the most common recipe today uses readily available rambak or krupuk kulit.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | cattle skin, chili, coconut milk, spices, palm sugar |
|---|---|
| 🔥Cooking method | simmered in spicy coconut stew |
| 👅Flavour & style | spicy, sweet, savoury |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | side dish with rice |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Krecek come from?
Krecek is a dish that originated in Indonesia.
What is Krecek?
Krechek or krecek or sambal goreng krechek is a traditional Javanese cattle skin spicy stew dish from Yogyakarta and Central Java, Indonesia. Traditionally it is made from the soft inner skin of cattle, however, the most common recipe today uses readily available rambak or krupuk kulit.