10 Interesting Fact About Street Food

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• Street food in Indonesia is very diverse and varied, consisting of various types of food such as fried rice, satay, meatballs, chicken noodles, and many more.
• Most street foods in Indonesia are very affordable and can be easily found on the side of the road or in traditional markets.
• For most Indonesians, street food is a practical and inexpensive alternative food, especially for those who do not have time to cook themselves or buy food at restaurants.
• Street food in Indonesia is usually sold by street vendors who sell their food using carts or newspapers as a place to sell.
• In addition to the roadside, street food is also often found at religious events, people's parties, or food festivals.
• Some street foods in Indonesia have a long history and have become part of Indonesian food culture, such as satay, fried rice, and meatballs.
• Some street foods in Indonesia have different variations of flavors and ingredients depending on their home regions, such as Sate Padang, Soto Betawi, or Gado-Gado Jakarta.
• Street food in Indonesia is also sold by traders who come from various ethnicities and cultures, such as Chinese traders who sell spring rolls or buns, or Muslim traders who sell martabak or cane bread.
• Street food in Indonesia also has an influence from foreign cuisine, such as Arab, Indian or Japanese street food that has been adapted with spices and local flavors.
• Street food in Indonesia also has an important role in the economy of the community, because many people rely on the business of selling street food as a source of their income.