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bakwan

🇮🇩 A dish from Indonesia

bakwan, a dish from Indonesia
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Bakwan are vegetable fritters or gorengan commonly found in Indonesia. Bakwan are usually sold by traveling street vendors.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientsshredded cabbage, carrots, bean sprouts, flour batter, scallions, oil
🔥Cooking methoddeep-fried
👅Flavour & stylesavory, crispy, street food snack
🕒When it’s eatensnack

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Frequently asked questions

Where does bakwan come from?
bakwan is a dish that originated in Indonesia.
What is bakwan?
Bakwan are vegetable fritters or gorengan commonly found in Indonesia. Bakwan are usually sold by traveling street vendors.