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geplak

🇮🇩 A dish from Indonesia

geplak, a dish from Indonesia
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Geplak is an Indonesian sweet snack, originating from Java, made from equal parts coarsely grated coconut and sugar, often brightly colored. Some versions include rice flour, citrus leaves and/or pumpkin.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientsgrated coconut, sugar, rice flour, citrus leaves, food coloring
🔥Cooking methodcooked and shaped into balls
👅Flavour & stylevery sweet, brightly colored
🕒When it’s eatencolorful sweet snack

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Frequently asked questions

Where does geplak come from?
geplak is a dish that originated in Indonesia.
What is geplak?
Geplak is an Indonesian sweet snack, originating from Java, made from equal parts coarsely grated coconut and sugar, often brightly colored. Some versions include rice flour, citrus leaves and/or pumpkin.