Nasi Bogana
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Nasi Bogana or Nasi Begana, pronounced as Nah-see Boh-gâna, is an Indonesian style rice dish, originally from Tegal, Central Java. It is usually wrapped in Banana leaves and served with a variety of side dishes.(Winneke 2009)
This rice dish is a type of Nasi Rames or Nasi Campur, which is the term used for dishes that has rice and a variety of side dishes.(Apriadji 2007, p. 7-11)
Nasi Bogana is very popular in Indonesia and is sold all over the streets of Jakarta
, the capital city of Indonesia
, for 12.000 to 20.000 Rupiah each. It is sold in almost all Sundanese
or Javanese
restaurants and sometimes in Warung
s or Wartegs, a traditional outdoor restaurant or café
.(Witton, 2003)
It is also considered a convenient dish as it is wrapped in banana leaves and is usually ready to bring and eat anytime. It is also considered as a type of fast food where it is brought to workplaces to eat.(Erwin 2007, p. 82-86)
), Shredded meat(Dendeng
), Fried Chicken Liver and Gizzard
in Chili and Coconut Gravy, Sambal
of Shredded Red Chili, "'Pindang'" Whole Boiled Eggs, Fried Shredded Spiced Coconut with Peanuts([Serundeng]), Sautéed Tempeh
and Sautéed String Beans are put in a decorative manner. Everything is then wrapped and closed with the outer banana leaf that held the rice. Plastic strings are then used to tighten the pack. It is consequently put in a steamer to keep its temperature warm and is ready to pick up and eat at anytime.("Resep NASI BEGANA" 2007)
Other times they are just prepared as a regular rice dish without the banana leaves because the dish has been too common and restaurants do not even bother to follow with the traditions.
is usually served as pieces without their bones. This is usually done because they can wrap it in banana leaves easier without taking too much space.
The Dendeng
is sometimes put in a stick and eaten the same way as a satay
(meat skewer).
The Pindang Boiled eggs is most of the time cut in half and only half is served. This depends on the occasion.
Serundeng
, Fried Chicken Liver and Gizzard
in Chili and Coconut Gravy, Sambal
of Shredded Red Chili and Sautéed Tempeh
and Sautéed String Beans is served regularly, a spoon-full of each circling the steamed rice.("Resep NASI BEGANA" 2007)
, Nasi Bogana is often used in special occasions such as Weddings, Anniversaries, but is most commonly found in family gatherings and social gatherings (Arisan
). In weddings, Nasi Bogana usually has its own booth where people can choose their own side dishes and add different sauces. Most people prefer Nasi Bogana to be eaten with Kerupuk(Indonesian Flour Crackers) or Emping(Crushed Bean Crackers from Melinjo), and as a result it becomes a part of the side dish. Some people also like additional sauce like Kecap Manis(Sweet Soy Bean sauce) and Sambal Terasi(Fish and Shrimp Chili Sauce). The drink that they have while having this dish is most of the time hot or iced Black Tea
. (Apriadji 2001 p. 8)
and carbohydrates from the meat and rice(Winneke 2009), but also contains a lot of fat and oil since it uses a lot of coconut and palm oil in the preparation of the side dishes. Almost all of the side dishes are prepared by frying.
The dish ranges from 1000-1600 calories per serving. It is almost considered as a fast food. ("Resep NASI BEGANA" 2007)
(Habsari 2007, p. 14-20)
This rice dish is a type of Nasi Rames or Nasi Campur, which is the term used for dishes that has rice and a variety of side dishes.(Apriadji 2007, p. 7-11)
Nasi Bogana is very popular in Indonesia and is sold all over the streets of Jakarta
Jakarta
Jakarta is the capital and largest city of Indonesia. Officially known as the Special Capital Territory of Jakarta, it is located on the northwest coast of Java, has an area of , and a population of 9,580,000. Jakarta is the country's economic, cultural and political centre...
, the capital city of Indonesia
Indonesia
Indonesia , officially the Republic of Indonesia , is a country in Southeast Asia and Oceania. Indonesia is an archipelago comprising approximately 13,000 islands. It has 33 provinces with over 238 million people, and is the world's fourth most populous country. Indonesia is a republic, with an...
, for 12.000 to 20.000 Rupiah each. It is sold in almost all Sundanese
Sundanese people
The Sundanese are an ethnic group native to the western part of the Indonesian island of Java. They number approximately 31 million, and are the second most populous of all the nation's ethncities. The Sundanese are predominantly Muslim...
or Javanese
Javanese cuisine
Javanese cuisine is the cuisine of Javanese people. In wider sense, Javanese cuisine might also refer to the cuisine of the whole people of Java Island, Indonesia; which also include Sundanese in West Java, Betawi people in Jakarta and Madurese on Madura Island off East Java...
restaurants and sometimes in Warung
Warung
A warung is a type of small family-owned business — often a casual shop, usually café — in Indonesia and Malaysia...
s or Wartegs, a traditional outdoor restaurant or café
Café
A café , also spelled cafe, in most countries refers to an establishment which focuses on serving coffee, like an American coffeehouse. In the United States, it may refer to an informal restaurant, offering a range of hot meals and made-to-order sandwiches...
.(Witton, 2003)
It is also considered a convenient dish as it is wrapped in banana leaves and is usually ready to bring and eat anytime. It is also considered as a type of fast food where it is brought to workplaces to eat.(Erwin 2007, p. 82-86)
Preparation
Nasi Bogana is prepared by spreading a wide banana leaf on a plate, and filling it with steamed rice. Then seasoning such as Fried [Shallots] are put on top of the rice. Over the rice, a smaller banana leaf is spread and the side dishes, White Chicken Curry(Opor AyamOpor Ayam
Opor ayam is a chicken cooked in coconut milk from Indonesia, especially from Central Java. Opor ayam is also a popular dish for lebaran or Eid ul-Fitr, usually eaten with ketupat and sambal goreng ati ....
), Shredded meat(Dendeng
Dendeng
Dendeng is thinly sliced dried meat in Indonesian cuisine. It is preserved through mixture of sugar and spices and drying through frying process...
), Fried Chicken Liver and Gizzard
Gizzard
The gizzard, also referred to as the ventriculus, gastric mill, and gigerium, is an organ found in the digestive tract of some animals, including birds, reptiles, earthworms and some fish. This specialized stomach constructed of thick, muscular walls is used for grinding up food; often rocks are...
in Chili and Coconut Gravy, Sambal
Sambal
Sambal is a chili based sauce which is normally used as a condiment. Sambals are popular in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, the southern Philippines and Sri Lanka, as well as in the Netherlands and in Suriname through Javanese influence. It is typically made from a variety of chili peppers and is...
of Shredded Red Chili, "'Pindang'" Whole Boiled Eggs, Fried Shredded Spiced Coconut with Peanuts([Serundeng]), Sautéed Tempeh
Tempeh
Tempeh , or tempe , is a traditional soy product originally from Indonesia. It is made by a natural culturing and controlled fermentation process that binds soybeans into a cake form, similar to a very firm vegetarian burger patty...
and Sautéed String Beans are put in a decorative manner. Everything is then wrapped and closed with the outer banana leaf that held the rice. Plastic strings are then used to tighten the pack. It is consequently put in a steamer to keep its temperature warm and is ready to pick up and eat at anytime.("Resep NASI BEGANA" 2007)
Other times they are just prepared as a regular rice dish without the banana leaves because the dish has been too common and restaurants do not even bother to follow with the traditions.
Preparation of side dishes
The Opor AyamOpor Ayam
Opor ayam is a chicken cooked in coconut milk from Indonesia, especially from Central Java. Opor ayam is also a popular dish for lebaran or Eid ul-Fitr, usually eaten with ketupat and sambal goreng ati ....
is usually served as pieces without their bones. This is usually done because they can wrap it in banana leaves easier without taking too much space.
The Dendeng
Dendeng
Dendeng is thinly sliced dried meat in Indonesian cuisine. It is preserved through mixture of sugar and spices and drying through frying process...
is sometimes put in a stick and eaten the same way as a satay
Satay
Satay , or sate, is a dish of marinated, skewered and grilled meat, served with a sauce. Satay may consist of diced or sliced chicken, goat, mutton, beef, pork, fish, other meats, or tofu; the more authentic version uses skewers from the midrib of the coconut palm frond, although bamboo skewers are...
(meat skewer).
The Pindang Boiled eggs is most of the time cut in half and only half is served. This depends on the occasion.
Serundeng
Serundeng
Serundeng is an Indonesian sauteed grated coconut that is often used as a side dish to accompany rice. It is made primarily of grated coconut. First spices and seasonings like onions, chili peppers, garlic, onion, coriander, turmeric, sugar, tamarind, bay leaves , lime leaves , and galangal are...
, Fried Chicken Liver and Gizzard
Gizzard
The gizzard, also referred to as the ventriculus, gastric mill, and gigerium, is an organ found in the digestive tract of some animals, including birds, reptiles, earthworms and some fish. This specialized stomach constructed of thick, muscular walls is used for grinding up food; often rocks are...
in Chili and Coconut Gravy, Sambal
Sambal
Sambal is a chili based sauce which is normally used as a condiment. Sambals are popular in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, the southern Philippines and Sri Lanka, as well as in the Netherlands and in Suriname through Javanese influence. It is typically made from a variety of chili peppers and is...
of Shredded Red Chili and Sautéed Tempeh
Tempeh
Tempeh , or tempe , is a traditional soy product originally from Indonesia. It is made by a natural culturing and controlled fermentation process that binds soybeans into a cake form, similar to a very firm vegetarian burger patty...
and Sautéed String Beans is served regularly, a spoon-full of each circling the steamed rice.("Resep NASI BEGANA" 2007)
Tradition and culture
In JavaJava
Java is an island of Indonesia. With a population of 135 million , it is the world's most populous island, and one of the most densely populated regions in the world. It is home to 60% of Indonesia's population. The Indonesian capital city, Jakarta, is in west Java...
, Nasi Bogana is often used in special occasions such as Weddings, Anniversaries, but is most commonly found in family gatherings and social gatherings (Arisan
Arisan
Arisan is an Indonesian social gathering in which a group of friends and relatives meet monthly for a private lottery similar to a betting pool. Each member of the group deposits a fixed amount of money into a pot, then a name is drawn and that winner takes home the cash...
). In weddings, Nasi Bogana usually has its own booth where people can choose their own side dishes and add different sauces. Most people prefer Nasi Bogana to be eaten with Kerupuk(Indonesian Flour Crackers) or Emping(Crushed Bean Crackers from Melinjo), and as a result it becomes a part of the side dish. Some people also like additional sauce like Kecap Manis(Sweet Soy Bean sauce) and Sambal Terasi(Fish and Shrimp Chili Sauce). The drink that they have while having this dish is most of the time hot or iced Black Tea
Black tea
Black tea is a variety of tea that is more oxidized than the oolong, green, and white varieties.All four varieties are made from leaves of the shrub Camellia sinensis. Black tea is generally stronger in flavor and contains more caffeine than the less oxidized teas. Two principal varieties of the...
. (Apriadji 2001 p. 8)
Nutrition
Nasi Bogana contains amounts of proteinProtein
Proteins are biochemical compounds consisting of one or more polypeptides typically folded into a globular or fibrous form, facilitating a biological function. A polypeptide is a single linear polymer chain of amino acids bonded together by peptide bonds between the carboxyl and amino groups of...
and carbohydrates from the meat and rice(Winneke 2009), but also contains a lot of fat and oil since it uses a lot of coconut and palm oil in the preparation of the side dishes. Almost all of the side dishes are prepared by frying.
The dish ranges from 1000-1600 calories per serving. It is almost considered as a fast food. ("Resep NASI BEGANA" 2007)
Other Types of Nasi Uduk or Nasi Rames
- Nasi Campur
- Nasi Megono
- Nasi Langgi
- Nasi Kapau
- Nasi LiwetNasi liwetNasi liwet is a kind of food from Solo, Central Java. As we know, rice is usually cooked in water, but nasi liwet is rice cooked in coconut milk. This is a traditional Javanese way of cooking, from the past until now. In the past, the pan used for cooking was made of clay...
- Nasi KuningNasi kuningNasi Kuning is an Indonesian rice dish cooked with coconut milk and turmeric, hence the name nasi kuning . Nasi kuning might come in the form of a cone called a tumpeng and is usually eaten during special events...
- Nasi Campur Bali
- Nasi Krawu
- Nasi LemakNasi lemakNasi lemak is a dish sold in Malaysia, Brunei, Singapore, Riau Islands and Southern Thailand. The dish is considered the national dish and a national heritage of Malaysia. It is not to be confused with Nasi Dagang sold on the east coast of Malaysia or Terengganu and Kelantan although both dishes...
- Nasi Gudeg
- Nasi Jamblang
- Nasi KebuliNasi kebuliNasi kebuli is an Indonesian style spicy steamed rice dish cooked in goat broth, milk and ghee and popular among Arab community in Indonesia and Betawi people in Jakarta. Nasi kebuli was influenced by Arab culture and its origin can be traced to Middle eastern cuisine, especially Yemeni Arabian...
- Nasi Madura
- Nasi Padang
- Nasi PecelNasi pecelNasi pecel is a Javanese rice dish served with pecel . The vegetables are usually kangkung or water spinach, long beans, cassava leaves, papaya leaves, and in East Java often used kembang turi. It tastes best when eaten with fried tempeh and traditional cracker called peyek...
- Nasi Timbel
- Nasi UlamNasi ulamNasi ulam is a steamed rice dish mixed with various herbs, especially the leaves of pegagan or often replaced with kemangi , vegetables, spices and accompanied with various side dishes...
- Nasi Uduk
(Habsari 2007, p. 14-20)
See also
- Cuisine of IndonesiaCuisine of IndonesiaIndonesian cuisine is diverse, in part because Indonesia is composed of approximately 6,000 populated islands. Many regional cuisines exist, often based upon cultural and foreign influences. Indonesian cuisine varies greatly by region and has many different influences...
- List of Indonesian cuisine
- Javanese cuisineJavanese cuisineJavanese cuisine is the cuisine of Javanese people. In wider sense, Javanese cuisine might also refer to the cuisine of the whole people of Java Island, Indonesia; which also include Sundanese in West Java, Betawi people in Jakarta and Madurese on Madura Island off East Java...
- TegalTegalTegal is the largest city in the Tegal Regency, Indonesia. It is situated on the north coast of Central Java, about from Semarang, capital of Central Java....
- Jawa Tengah
- Nasi Campur
- Nasi lemakNasi lemakNasi lemak is a dish sold in Malaysia, Brunei, Singapore, Riau Islands and Southern Thailand. The dish is considered the national dish and a national heritage of Malaysia. It is not to be confused with Nasi Dagang sold on the east coast of Malaysia or Terengganu and Kelantan although both dishes...