Meat Dishes in Bali

This ceremonial Balinese dish comes in two versions: the chicken-based ayam betutu, or the traditional duck version that goes under the name bebek betutu. The whole animal is rubbed and stuffed with a mixture of local spices such... READ MORE

Babi guling is the Indonesian version of a roast suckling pig. Although not common to other Indonesian regions, on Bali, where the predominant religion is Hinduism, it is one of the most popular dishes. Before roasting, pig's skin is usually rubbe... READ MORE

Sate lilit is the favorite street food on Bali. This traditional delicacy is usually made with minced meat which is wrapped around a flat skewer. All meat varieties (including fish and other seafood) are used to prepare sate lilit. However, the mo... READ MORE

Lawar is a versatile Balinese dish usually consisting of chopped meat and vegetables that are typically mixed with coconut, chili powder, shrimp paste, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, and turmeric. Traditional lawar is made with pork or turtle, but ... READ MORE

Ayam pelalah is a traditional dish originating from Bali. It’s made with a combination of chicken meat, aromatic herbs, and a spice paste consisting of hot chili peppers, garlic, shallots, turmeric, shrimp paste, and oil. The herbs used for ... READ MORE

Tum babi is a traditional Balinese dish that features seasoned pork wrapped and steamed in banana leaves. The pork is typically minced or finely chopped and then mixed with a blend of aromatic Balinese spices and herbs, including garlic, shallots,... READ MORE