Indonesian Rijsttafel & Side Dishes

An Indonesian rijsttafel is all about variety, flavor, and enjoying a convivial meal together. With the right side dishes and garnishes, you can make any Indonesian meal complete. At Tjin’s Toko, you’ll find everything you need to create an authentic rijsttafel at home, from crispy kroepoek and seroendeng to fried shallots and other traditional toppings.

Everything You Need for a Complete Indonesian Rijsttafel

A rijsttafel consists of several small dishes served together with rice. In addition to meat, vegetable, and stew dishes, crispy garnishes and flavorful side dishes also play an important role.

In this collection, you’ll find the classic products that make an Indonesian rijsttafel complete.

Discover Our Assortment

This collection includes:

• Seroendeng
• Fried shallots
• Fried garlic
• Unfried kroepoek
• Emping
• Cassava kroepoek
• Kroepoek ingredients
• Other rijsttafel products

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The Finishing Touch for Every Indonesian Meal

A great rijsttafel is not just about the main dishes, but also about the details.

Seroendeng adds a delicious crispy layer of coconut to rice and meat dishes. Fried shallots and fried garlic add extra flavor and texture, while kroepoek and emping provide a crunchy accompaniment to almost any Indonesian meal.

These traditional products give your homemade Indonesian dishes an authentic look and taste.

Perfect for Indonesian Classics

These products are often served with:

• Nasi Goreng
• Bami Goreng
• Rendang
• Satay
• Gado-Gado
• Soto Ayam
• Opor Ayam
• Lontong dishes
• Indonesian rijsttafels

Complete Your Rijsttafel

Combine these products with our:

• Boemboes
• Sambals
• Ketjap
• Peanut Sauce
• Spices & Cooking Ingredients
• Noodles

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Indonesian rijsttafel?

An Indonesian rijsttafel consists of rice served with several small dishes, including meat, vegetable, and side dishes. It is an elaborate meal that brings together many different flavors.

What is seroendeng?

Seroendeng is roasted coconut with herbs and spices. It is used as a crispy topping for rice, satay, vegetables, and other Indonesian dishes.

What are fried shallots used for?

Fried shallots are used as a garnish for nasi goreng, bami goreng, soto, satay, and many other Indonesian dishes.

What is emping?

Emping are thin crackers made from melinjo beans. They have a slightly bitter taste and are traditionally eaten with Indonesian dishes and rijsttafels.

Can I fry kroepoek myself?

Yes. Unfried kroepoek only needs to be briefly deep-fried in hot oil. Within a few seconds, the kroepoek expands and becomes deliciously crispy.

What products do I need for an Indonesian rijsttafel?

In addition to rice and main dishes, seroendeng, fried shallots, fried garlic, kroepoek, emping, sambal, and ketjap are often used to complete the meal.