Discover 50 Indonesian recipes, from quick favourites to slower weekend cooking.
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◷ 45 minmedium
A comforting Indonesian-inspired skillet supper featuring bakso-style pork meatballs cooked in a pressure cooker with vibrant seasonal greens. This dish highlights traditional flavors with a focus on approachable cooking techniques, perfect for a weeknight meal.
Jan 8
◷ 65 minmedium
A comforting Indonesian braised chicken dish simmered in a fragrant coconut milk and spice mixture, paired with seasonal vegetables like green beans and carrots. This recipe uses traditional braising to infuse deep flavors, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Jan 6
◷ 60 minmedium
A hearty braised tempeh dish inspired by traditional Indonesian flavors, featuring seasonal vegetables gently cooked in rich spices and coconut milk. This protein-packed vegetarian meal offers a satisfying and wholesome dinner option by combining classic braising techniques with the vibrant palate of Indonesian cuisine.
Jan 5
◷ 200 minmedium
A comforting grain bowl featuring slow-braised Indonesian-spiced beef with aromatic coconut milk, served over a bed of fragrant jasmine rice and fresh seasonal vegetables. This dish highlights traditional Indonesian flavors through slow braising, balancing tender protein with vibrant, wholesome produce.
Jan 4
◷ 45 minmedium
A comforting Indonesian-inspired chicken gulai prepared using a pressure cooker for tender, flavorful meat, paired with a medley of seasonal root vegetables. This dish features rich coconut curry spices and is perfect for a cozy weeknight meal.
Jan 1
◷ 110 minmedium
Tender chicken thighs slow-braised in a rich and slightly spicy Bumbu Rujak sauce, featuring seasonal vegetables like eggplant and green beans. This skillet supper celebrates traditional Indonesian flavors with a comforting and easy-to-prepare technique perfect for weeknight dinners.
Dec 30
◷ 60 minmedium
A vibrant Indonesian-inspired grain bowl featuring tender poached chicken infused with traditional spices, served atop fragrant turmeric coconut rice and topped with fresh vegetables and sambal for a balanced weeknight meal.
Dec 27
◷ 25 minmedium
A vibrant and aromatic Indonesian-style beef stir-fry featuring tender strips of beef with seasonal vegetables, tossed in a fragrant blend of traditional spices. This quick and flavorful dish utilizes stir-frying to preserve the freshness and texture of the ingredients, making it perfect for weeknight dinners.
Dec 26
◷ 60 minmedium
A hearty Indonesian-inspired skillet supper featuring tender chicken braised with seasonal vegetables and traditional spices, offering an approachable and flavorful weeknight meal.
Dec 23
◷ 45 minmedium
A comforting Indonesian dish featuring marinated tofu and seasonal vegetables wrapped in banana leaves, steamed to perfection using a pressure cooker for enhanced flavors. This vegetarian recipe highlights familiar techniques and celebrates authentic Indonesian flavors in a weeknight-friendly preparation.
Dec 21
◷ 45 minmedium
A traditional Indonesian dish featuring fish lightly poached in banana leaves with aromatic herbs and spices, accompanied by stir-fried winged beans tossed in garlic and chilies for a vibrant, weeknight-friendly meal.
Dec 19
◷ 150 minmedium
A flavorful Indonesian-inspired stir-fry featuring tender slow-braised beef infused with traditional spices, served with seasonal vegetables for a hearty and aromatic weeknight meal.
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Compare the ingredients, cooking time and equipment below to find a dish that fits your plans. Each recipe includes quantities and a step-by-step method.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 25 minutes. Allow 45 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: fresh lean pork mince, garlic, minced, shallots, minced, salt, ground white pepper. Equipment: pressure cooker or Instant Pot, mixing bowl, large skillet or wide pan, wooden spoon or spatula, measuring spoons, knife and cutting board.
Kitchen tip: To prevent meatballs from sticking while shaping, keep your hands moist with cold water.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 45 minutes. Allow 65 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, full-fat coconut milk, large onion, finely sliced, garlic, minced, fresh galangal, thinly sliced. Equipment: large deep skillet or Dutch oven, knife, cutting board, wooden spoon or spatula, measuring spoons, measuring cup.
Kitchen tip: For a richer flavor, marinate the chicken in spices and a little coconut milk for 1 hour before cooking.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 40 minutes. Allow 60 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: tempeh, cut into 2 cm cubes, carrots, sliced diagonally, green beans, trimmed and halved, baby corn, halved, vegetable oil. Equipment: large frying pan or wok with lid, wooden spoon or spatula, knife, cutting board.
Kitchen tip: If tempeh is too firm, steam it for 10 minutes before cooking to soften the texture.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 180 minutes. Allow 200 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: beef chuck, coconut milk, jasmine rice, beef broth, vegetable oil. Equipment: large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, medium saucepan, knife, cutting board, wooden spoon, measuring cups and spoons, rice cooker or pot with lid for rice.
Kitchen tip: Patting the beef dry before searing ensures a better browning and richer flavor.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 25 minutes. Allow 45 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skinless chicken thighs, cut into large pieces, seasonal root vegetables (such as carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes), peeled and chopped into 3 cm pieces, vegetable oil, shallots, roughly chopped, garlic, minced. Equipment: pressure cooker or electric pressure cooker (e.g. Instant Pot), blender or food processor, large skillet or sauté pan, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons.
Kitchen tip: If fresh turmeric is unavailable, use 1 teaspoon of good quality turmeric powder instead.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 90 minutes. Allow 110 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.2 kg), vegetable oil, shallots, peeled and roughly chopped, garlic, peeled, red chilies, deseeded for less heat (adjust to taste). Equipment: large heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven with lid, blender or mortar and pestle, measuring spoons, chef's knife, cutting board, spatula or wooden spoon.
Kitchen tip: To speed up cooking, you can brown the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, then combine all ingredients for the braise step.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 40 minutes. Allow 60 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: chicken breasts, skinless and boneless, water (for poaching), fresh ginger, sliced, lemongrass, bruised, kaffir lime leaves. Equipment: medium pot, large saucepan with lid, knife, cutting board, wooden spoon, measuring cups and spoons, serving bowls.
Kitchen tip: Poach chicken gently without boiling to keep it tender and juicy.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 10 minutes. Allow 25 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: lean beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced, red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips, green beans, trimmed and halved, carrot, julienned, snap peas, ends trimmed. Equipment: wok or large frying pan, sharp knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, mixing bowl, spatula or wooden spoon.
Kitchen tip: Slice beef thinly against the grain to maximize tenderness.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 45 minutes. Allow 60 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, vegetable oil, garlic, minced, fresh ginger, grated, turmeric powder. Equipment: large heavy skillet with lid or Dutch oven, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring jug, wooden spoon or spatula.
Kitchen tip: Use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for juiciness and flavor.
Preparation takes 25 minutes. Cooking takes 20 minutes. Allow 45 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: tofu, cut into 2 cm cubes, banana leaves, for wrapping, seasonal vegetables (e.g., carrots, green beans, baby corn), shallots, garlic. Equipment: pressure cooker with steaming rack or basket, mixing bowl, knife, cutting board, small pan or microwave (to soften banana leaves).
Kitchen tip: If fresh banana leaves are unavailable, use aluminum foil as a substitute but note the flavor difference.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 25 minutes. Allow 45 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: white fish fillets (snapper or grouper), skin removed, banana leaves, washed and wiped dry, shallots, thinly sliced, garlic, minced, lemongrass, bruised and cut into 5 cm pieces. Equipment: steaming pot or large wok with steamer rack, mixing bowl, knife, cutting board, frying pan or wok, tongs or spatula.
Kitchen tip: Use fresh fish for best flavor and food safety. If using frozen, ensure it is fully thawed before marinating.
Preparation takes 30 minutes. Cooking takes 120 minutes. Allow 150 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: beef chuck, cut into 2.5 cm cubes, vegetable oil, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, shallots, sliced. Equipment: large heavy-based pot or Dutch oven, wok or large frying pan, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, wooden spoon, bowl.
Kitchen tip: For the best flavor, prepare the rendang spice paste by pounding fresh spices in a mortar and pestle or using a high-powered blender.