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Batam is one of the famous cities in Riau Province. The rapid development of the city and its rapid progress has made Batam famous abroad. Batam is geographically close to Singapore, so if you visit Batam and intend to travel to Singapore, all you have to do is cross by ferry. Batam city has even become a shopping paradise for tourists. In addition, Batam also has a myriad of special foods that should not miss. Here’s the review:

  • Gong Gong

Gong gong is a very famous culinary dish in Batam. Gong gong is a kind of sea snail cooked by boiling or sautéing using special spices typical of Batam. Although you may find this dish in various seafood restaurants, in Batam itself, gong gong is a culinary icon that can be easily found in all restaurants that serve a wealth of seafood. One portion of gong gong is usually sold at a price of 25 to 50 thousand rupiah. The price varies depending on the method of cooking and the quality of the gong gong itself. This delicious dish is suitable to be eaten as a dinner menu with the family.

  • Luti Gendang

This typical Batam snack is similar to croquettes. If the croquette contains ragout, the luti gendang contains fish cooked with a mixture of certain special spices. Another name for luti gendang is fried bread stuffed with fish as it is in the bread dough. Many street vendors are selling Luti Gendang. Luti gendang is more delicious if eaten while still warm.

  • Sago Noodles

Mie Sago is a food from Batam which is quite unique and slightly different from other noodles. The size of sago noodles is also larger when compared to most noodles that we know. The aroma of sago in this noodle is also very thick. Sago noodles are usually cooked by frying, this makes it look like kwetiau or fried noodles.

  • Slime Noodles

Another typical Batam noodle dish that is also quite popular is the slime noodle. Slime noodles, at first glance are similar to Aceh’s typical shake noodles or Medan’s typical noodles. But what is certain is that the taste of this slime noodle is different from the Aceh shake noodles or Medan noodles. Mie mucus is a noodle dish cooked with shrimp, bean sprouts, chicken, chilies, and also a sprinkling of fried onions. This noodle has a mixed taste of sweet, savory, and spicy.

  • Tarempa Noodles

The typical Batam noodle dish that is also tempting to try is the tarempa noodle. The noodles used in this dish are flat and rather wide. These noodles are cooked with the same ingredients and spices as regular fried noodles. It’s just that, the tarempa noodles are spiked with shredded tuna topping or additionally processed seafood.

  • Villa Banana Cake

Villa banana cake is a typical Batam dish that is often hunted for souvenirs. The main ingredient for making this cake is bananas. Villa banana cake is served with various topping choices, including cheese, chocolate, and nuts. This one food is very easy to find in souvenir shops in Batam. Besides being delicious, the packaging is also attractive so that it is suitable for souvenirs.

  • Kacang Selat Panjang Noodles

Batam is a culinary paradise for noodles, one of the noodle menus you must try is the Kacang Selat Panjang Noodles. Apart from Batam, this noodle is also widely known in Riau. This noodle contains noodles doused in peanut sauce with the aroma of shrimp. Served with bean sprouts, tofu, and eggs, these noodles are very delicious eaten at night. If you like it spicy, add chopped cayenne pepper to your food to make it more jarring.

  • Bilis Molen

Bilis molen is a typical Batam snack. Bilis is another name for anchovy, which is processed by wrapping it in flour dough. The taste of bilis molen is savory and delicious. The size is small, only the size of a cayenne pepper. Bilis molen is more delicious eaten with a cup of coffee or warm tea in the afternoon while relaxing.

  • Dagong Rice

The next typical food of Batam is Nasi Dagong. Nasi Dagong is an abbreviation of Nasi Daging Gong Gong. How to cook this dish is to mix rice that has been seasoned with spices and barking meat, then wrapped in banana leaves. Dagong rice is usually used as a breakfast item and served with Teh Tarik. One portion of Dagong rice is priced at only 10 thousand rupiah.

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