Indonesian Snack Chips Origin From Central Java

History of Solo Chips

Solo has a typical cracker called Karak. Made from rice, until now the cracker crackers have never been lonely enthusiasts.

 For most Indonesians, it is incomplete to eat rice without crackers. Crunchy cracker texture with savory flavor makes the food feel more delicious.
Playing to Solo, you will find crackers typical of President Jokowi's hometown. The shape is square and often served with snacks Rambam.
Javanese Food

 The crackers are called Karak or rice crackers. The main ingredient in making Karak is rice which has been steamed with herbs such as garlic and salt.

 After steaming, the rice is pounded until smooth. Karak then formed or printed until thin. The drying process is needed to make dry sacks. Finally, the charcoal is fried until crispy on a small-medium fire.

 Karak reportedly began to be created during the Japanese occupation. At that time, Mbah Sastro from the village of Bratan, now known as the center of Karak Solo, regretted that rice was just wasted.

 Mbah Sastro then turned his brain to process the remaining rice into charcoal. Now the Karak is enjoyed as crackers by many Solo residents.

 Karak is easily found in almost every restaurant in Solo. Besides being a complimentary meal, Karak is also a good snack. Usually, a chili paste is added to the top.

Chips are typical of Solo souvenirs

Chips are also one of the most popular souvenirs from Solo. Chips are snacks in the form of thin slices of tuber or fruit containing starch. The crunchy taste indeed makes many people like this food. Although usually eaten as snacks, there are also those who use it for side dishes.

 Generally, chips are processed by frying. However, there are also chips which are processed by drying or drying. The different processing methods also affect the taste. The taste of chips itself is more varied. This means that there are many choices of flavors available, depending on the spices they use. If first the chips only taste savory, now there are also chips with sour, sweet, spicy, salty or even a mixture of various flavors.

Raw Materials Making Solo Chips

The ingredients used are also different. One of the most popular is cassava chips. In addition, there are also potato chips that many people like. Now, chips are more unique ingredients. There are also banana chips, mushroom chips and sweet potato chips that are sold in various souvenir shops typical of Solo and other cities.

 So, if you are traveling to Solo and want to buy chips for your loved ones at home, then chips can be an attractive and inexpensive option. You can choose the type of chips according to the ingredients, and also the desired taste according to taste. Even if you want, you can also learn to make chips easily at home.
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