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Mi Gomak

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ A dish from Indonesia

Mi Gomak, a dish from Indonesia
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Mie gomak is a Batak thick spicy noodle soup dish served in a coconut milk and andaliman-based broth, that is a specialty of Toba Batak region of North Sumatra, Indonesia. Other than traditional Batak lands surrounding Lake Toba, this dish is also a specialty of the Sibolga and Tapanuli area.

What gives it away

๐Ÿฅ˜Main ingredientsthick wheat noodles, coconut milk, peppercorn spice, chili, broth
๐Ÿ”ฅCooking methodnoodles in simmered spiced coconut broth
๐Ÿ‘…Flavour & stylespicy, rich, aromatic with a tingly pepper note
๐Ÿ•’When itโ€™s eatenhearty noodle soup, often breakfast or lunch

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Frequently asked questions

Where does Mi Gomak come from?
Mi Gomak is a dish that originated in Indonesia.
What is Mi Gomak?
Mie gomak is a Batak thick spicy noodle soup dish served in a coconut milk and andaliman-based broth, that is a specialty of Toba Batak region of North Sumatra, Indonesia. Other than traditional Batak lands surrounding Lake Toba, this dish is also a specialty of the Sibolga and Tapanuli area.