Famous Jakarta Special Souvenirs

Famous and Delicious Jakarta Special Souvenirs

Jakarta as the capital city, besides having a lot of culinary food, there are also many unique souvenirs that we should try.

The following is a review of various famous typical Jakarta souvenirs.

1. Dodol Betawi

If you and your family like sweet snacks, you must buy souvenirs in the form of Dodol Betawi. Jakarta's dodol actually has a texture similar to dodol from other regions. The way to make it is similar, by stirring for hours consistently. The difference is, Betawi dodol is made from black sticky rice, white sticky rice, and durian.

2. Roti Buaya

As the name implies, Roti Buaya does have a crocodile-like shape with a fairly large size. Usually, when the application takes place in the Betawi tradition the grooms will bring the delivery of crocodile bread as one of the conditions that must be met. Behind the tradition, it turns out that the crocodile bread became a symbol of loyalty and establishment for both partners.

3. Kue Geplak

If you don't know Kue Geplak, Geplak is a typical Jakarta cake made from rice. The color is dominated by white and brown with a soft texture and sweet taste. Named "geplak" because the process of leveling the dough is done by tapping.

Just like crocodile bread, geplak cake is also usually used as one of the deliveries that the bride and groom bring to the bride to propose. Compared to crocodile bread, geplak cakes are indeed rarely found. Don't worry, if you are curious about this one legendary cake, you can buy it on Jalan H. Taiman No. 358, Pasar Rebo, East Jakarta.

4. Kue Kembang Goyang

Kue Kembang Goyang can be created using flower shaped molds. For raw materials, shake and shake cake is made from coconut milk, rice flour, sugar, and salt to create a combination of sweet and savory flavors.

Over time, shake cake cake also comes in various flavors such as chocolate, cheese, and others. You who are interested in this unique shaped cake can buy it in various souvenir shops typical of Jakarta, one of which is at Warung Mpok Nini, Jalan Belanak 2, East Jakarta.

5. Kue Semprong

In some areas in Indonesia, Semprong is also called opaque. The shape resembles a small tube with a dry texture and savory taste. Suitable to be enjoyed as a friend drinking coffee or tea.

There are quite a few sellers who can be found in Jakarta, but usually tourists prefer to buy Semprong Glory on Jalan KS. Tubun III No 2, Slipi, West Jakarta. The uniqueness of Semprong Glory lies in the addition of sesame in the mixture, so that it tastes even better.