 Nasi jamblang and side dishes | |
| Alternative names | Sega jamblang (Cirebonese orJavanese) |
|---|---|
| Course | Main course |
| Place of origin | Indonesia |
| Region or state | West Java |
| Created by | Cirebonese |
| Serving temperature | hot or room temperature |
Nasi jamblang is a typical food ofCirebon,West Java. The "jamblang" term comes from the name of the region to the west of the city of Cirebon, where food vendors first sold the dish. A characteristic feature of the dish is the use ofteak leaves to pack the rice. The dish is served buffet-style.[1][2][3]
Nasi jamblang is a traditionalCirebonese food originally served to theforced labourers who built theGreat Post Road fromAnyer to Panarukan which passes throughCirebon Regency during the Dutch colonial era.[citation needed]
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