Review: Lempah Kuning

Lempah Kuning (Lempah means stew/soup, Kuning means Yellow) is claimed to be the most authentic cuisines and the most popular in Bangka. Until now, Lempah Kuning is still the most widely cooked dish there.

Lempah Kuning is the 'generic' name used. To specify the dishes, sometimes they call it Lempah Laut (litt: sea lempah) with fish as its main ingredients, or Lempah Darat (litt: land lempah) which use vegetables.

The presence of pineapples grant the Lempah Kuning fragrant aroma and a bit of a sour taste. Yummy.. In general, this dish is actually very similar to Asam Pedasin Riau or pindang in South Sumatra.

As the islands are surrounded by sea with the wealth of the abundant marine sources of protein, fish is the most important element in Bangka culinary. In most events, fish always present as main dish.

The taste of Lempah Kuning is light and refreshing. The smell of Bangka Shripm Paste- especially from the Toboali - make this dish more special. the spices used are quite simple -chili, garlic and onions, ginger, and turmeric -


The score from Fairie:
Healthy: 9.5/10.0
Delicious: 8.0/10.0
Price: 7.0/10.0

Overall: 8.2/10.0

Yes, we'll definitely eat it again..

New Leaf..

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To adapt is a word that is easy to say, but not easy to do.language barriers, issues in new place such as shelter, water, electricity, vehicles, weather and the rhythm of life, they all need adaptation. It was worsen by extended family conflict, health problems, childbirth preparation, and reduced family income.
So, how to solve?

Stay committed and endure...

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