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Pallubasa

🇮🇩 A dish from Indonesia

Pallubasa, a dish from Indonesia
Cahyo Ramadhani · CC BY-SA 3.0

Pallubasa or Pallu basa is a traditional dish from Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. It is similar to coto Makassar; however, while both are primarily made from offal and/or meat of cattle or buffalo, the meat for pallubasa is cooked longer, and served with a creamy santan and sautéed grated coconut broth in a bowl.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientsbeef or buffalo offal, coconut milk, grated toasted coconut, aromatics, spices
🔥Cooking methodlong-simmered into a creamy broth
👅Flavour & stylerich, creamy, savory
🕒When it’s eatenserved hot in a bowl as a main

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Frequently asked questions

Where does Pallubasa come from?
Pallubasa is a dish that originated in Indonesia.
What is Pallubasa?
Pallubasa or Pallu basa is a traditional dish from Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. It is similar to coto Makassar; however, while both are primarily made from offal and/or meat of cattle or buffalo, the meat for pallubasa is cooked longer, and served with a creamy santan and sautéed grated coconut broth in a bowl.