Nasi Pecel Pojok, Madiun: A Legendary Breakfast Spot. Nasi Pecel Pojok is undoubtedly one of the most famous and iconic culinary landmarks in Madiun, East Java. Located strategically at the corner (pojok) of Jalan H. Agus Salim and Jalan Cokroaminoto, it has been serving its legendary nasi pecel for decades, making it a beloved spot for locals and a must-visit for travelers. Blanched Vegetables: A mix of various boiled or steamed greens like spinach, bean sprouts, long beans, and sometimes cassava leaves or kangkung (water spinach) dressed with Pecel Sauce: The star of the show. This is a rich, spicy, and slightly sweet peanut sauce, made from ground roasted peanuts, chili, kencur (aromatic ginger), garlic, tamarind, and palm sugar. Often served with rempeyek (crispy peanut or anchovy crackers), fried tempeh, or fried tofu. Nasi Pecel Pojok stands out for several reasons, and has maintained its traditional preparation methods and authentic taste for generations. You'll often see them serving customers directly from large vats of rice and vegetables. It's a favorite for breakfast, with locals queuing up early in the morning. However, it operates throughout the day and is popular for lunch too. Nasi Pecel Pojok remains very affordable, offering a hearty and nutritious meal that is accessible to everyone. In essence, Nasi Pecel Pojok is more than just a place to eat; it's a cultural experience in Madiun. Its consistent quality, iconic sauce, and long-standing tradition make it a must-visit for anyone wanting to savor the true taste of Madiun's...
Read moreThis place serves you an exquisite traditional vegan salad originally from Madiun, called Nasi Pecel Madiun. Pecel itself is a mix blanched vegetables with poured special umami peanut sauce (sambel pecel), served on the top of warm rice, and then topped with chopped fresh cucumber, bean sprouts, ‘petai cina’, and Indonesian basil, and completed with a savory cracker (krupuk puli). This place serves the dish on the banana leaves, formed into ‘plate’ (pincuk), to give you the real traditional experience. This place are not a completely vegan restaurant. They also serve severance choices of side-complimentary dish such as fried tempe (best one!), crispy spreaded-fried-cracker (peyek), fried egg, sweetened-savory dish (tofu, quail egg, cows innards), even the ‘extreme’ one, fried cows brain (must try!). Their service system is a bit lame (there are no modern order system or order machine). You better ask to the server directly and tell them whether you want to dine-in or take away, so they’ll prepare your order quickly. Also they always packed in their prime time, so you better not to late to be there or you will missed the chance to try all the dishes completely. Overall, if you wanna try Pecel Madiun, Pecel Pojok is a right place to get the authentic...
Read morePecel is one of Madiun’s signature dishes, and Warung Pojok Pecel is a legendary spot serving this traditional Javanese salad since 1965. The dish consists of rice and blanched vegetables, generously topped with peanut sauce, and served on a banana leaf (pincuk) for added aroma. The pecel here comes with two sauce options: mild and extra spicy, both of which are equally flavorful and delicious.
The meal is complemented by crispy peanut crackers (peyek) and a variety of side dishes, including fried chicken, beef jerky (empal), fried tempeh, bacem-style tofu, beef lung, and chicken liver. The flavors, textures, and traditional presentation make dining here a truly authentic experience. If you’re in Madiun, this is a must-visit spot for an...
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