Nasi Tumpeng インドネシアのお祝い料理

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Nasi Tumpeng is a symbol of gratitude. People express the gratitude to God and appreciate togetherness and harmony.

ジャワ島の人たちは特別なことがあるとNasi Tumpengを作ってお祝いをします。Tumpengはインドネシア、特にジャワ島の自然と関係が深いです。これは山を先祖の魂や神々に見立て崇拝する古代のインドネシアの伝統がはじまりです。特徴的なご飯の形は聖なる山を表しています。このお祝いメニューは収穫祭のような恵みにお祝いをする時に食べられます。Nasi Tumpeng は神さまと自然と人間の繋がりや調和への感謝の象徴です。


People in Java Island usually make Nasi Tumpeng to celebrate special moments and important events such as baby shower, baby arrival, birthday, housewarming party and other kind of blessing ceremonies. The philosophy of Tumpeng itself is related to the geographical condition of Indonesia, especially Java as one of the most fertile islands with numerous mountains and volcanoes. Tumpeng dated back to ancient Indonesian tradition that revered mountains as the abode of hyangs, the spirit of ancestors and gods. The cone-shaped rice meant to mimics the holy mountain. The feast served as somekind of thanks giving for the abundance of harvest or any other blessings.
Nasi Tumpeng is a symbol of gratitude. People express the gratitude to God and appreciate togetherness and harmony.



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=== Nasi kuning(ナシ・クニン (Yellow Rice))

ナシ・クニンはココナッツミルクとターメリックで炊いた、典型的なインドネシアのご飯です。特別な時に食べられますが、中には朝ご飯として食べる人もいます。とっても簡単でこれは私のお気に入りです！材料を入れて炊飯スイッチを押すだけ！
Nasi kuning, is a typical Indonesian rice dish cooked with coconut milk and turmeric. Nasi kuning is usually eaten during special events but some people also eat nasi kuning for breakfast. I do love this rice recipe because it is so simple! Just put all ingredients in the rice cooker, press the suihan button, and VOILA, I can enjoy one of the easiest spicy rice dishes for breakfast.


=== Ayam bakar(アヤム・バカール (Grilled chicken))

お気に入りの鶏肉料理です。インドネシアにいた頃は定番メニューでした！鶏肉の中にスパイスが染み込んで最高に美味しいです！
Ayam bakar, is one of my favorite chicken dishes. Back then when I was in Indonesia, ayam bakar was a must eat menu! The chicken pieces are cooked in the spice mixture prior to grilling. During grilling process the remaining spices are applied upon the chicken. That's why it is so freaking delicious!


=== Udang bakar(ウダン・バカール (Grilled shrimp))

ありえないほど簡単！これは夏のバーベキューに欠かせないメニューです。食べるたびにうっとりしちゃいます。私の母は週末によく作っていました。
Udang bakar, is incredibly easy to prepare and cook. This dish is a must on my summer bbq menu. Whenever I eat this, it rings a bell. My mother used to cook this dish every weekend.


=== Mie goreng(ミー・ゴレン (Fried noodles))

インドネシアのやきそば。甘い醤油ソースを使うので日本のやきそばよりちょっと甘め。簡単でたっぷり作れるから来客が沢山来る時はこれが一番！冷めてもとっても美味しいです。
Mie goreng is quite similar to Japanese yakisoba. But Indonesian yaki soba is a little bit sweeter since we add kecap manis (sweet soy sauce) into the noodles. It is a popular dish for feeding a crowd because it's very easy to make in bulk and also very tasty both in warm or at room temperature.


=== Irisan telur dadar(イリサン・トゥルゥル ・ダダル (Cut skinny omelette))

Nasi kuning(ナシ・クニン)用の特別な付け合わせで人気の米料理です。牛肉のでんぶが添えられます。
Irisan telur dadar is a special garnish for nasi tumpeng or other popular rice dishes. It is usually accompanied by abon sapi (beef floss).


=== Sambal teri(サンバルテリ (Spicy anchovy))

飽きのこない魚料理！美味しくってスパイシーで簡単に作れます。辛いものが好きならおつまみにも!
Sambal teri is definitely my favorite fish recipe. I could never get tired of eating this dish. So flavorful, so spicy and so easy to make! If you are a chilli lover, you can eat it as an evening snack too!


=== Teh Melati(テエー・ムラティ (Indonesian Jasmine Tea))

インドネシアのジャスミンティー。インドネシアのジャスミンはリラックス効果抜群。日本でこのお茶を買うのはなかなか大変ですが、だからこそこの機会にどうぞ！
Jasmine Tea. I am an avid tea drinker and Indonesian jasmine tea is at the top of my list! The scent of Indonesian jasmine promotes a sense of well-being and calm. It is quite difficult to find Indonesian loose leaf tea in Japan. Then, it is a rare opportunity for you to taste it!