Brongkos is one of Yogyakarta’s signature dishes that is famous for its savory taste and rich spices. This dish is made from beef cooked in a thick sauce with spices such as kluwek, bay leaves, lemongrass, and shallots, as well as complementary ingredients such as tofu and tempeh. Brongkos sauce is usually dark brown in color due to the influence of kluwek, which gives it a distinctive, slightly sweet and bitter taste.
Brongkos is usually served with warm white rice and is perfect as a main dish, especially for lunch or dinner. In Yogyakarta, brongkos is often a favorite menu in traditional food stalls, and there are even some places that are already famous as the best brongkos providers.
Brongkos is also known for its variations, some use chicken as the main ingredient, although the version with beef is more common. Its rich and spicy taste makes it perfect for culinary enthusiasts who like strong and bold Indonesian flavors.
Have you ever tried brongkos before?
