Perkedel
By nawala
@nawala123 (24377)
Indonesia
October 9, 2026 8:05am CST
It is perkedel. Perkedel did not originate from a specific region in Indonesia; rather, it is an adaptation of a Dutch dish known as frikadeller or frikadel, introduced during the colonial era.
In its country of origin, frikadel is made from minced or ground meat that is shaped into a patty and fried. Upon its introduction to the Indonesian archipelago, the main ingredient was replaced with potatoes—which were cheaper and more readily available—and seasoned with distinctive Indonesian spices.
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@snowy22315 (213768)
• United States
9 Oct
Did the Dutch attempt to colonize Indonesia? It sounds like they were trading partners at least.
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@snowy22315 (213768)
• United States
9 Oct
@nawala123 Hmm, OK, did not know that.
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@JudyEv (389754)
• Rockingham, Australia
10 Oct
It used to be the Dutch East Indies. I think that's right. Is it correct @nawala123?
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@DaddyEvil (179044)
• United States
9 Oct
Yes, another Indonesian was talking about those a couple of years ago and, when I asked, she sent me her recipe in the private messages. I made a batch of them and showed off my efforts. Then Pretty and I ate every one I made. Not bad at all! 
I made mine with mashed potatoes, too.
I made mine with mashed potatoes, too.1 person likes this
@nawala123 (24377)
• Indonesia
9 Oct
Wow you did it mate. The taste is good. It is one of my favorite food
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@nawala123 (24377)
• Indonesia
10 Oct
@DaddyEvil thank you. If you like, you can eat it with sauce
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@nawala123 (24377)
• Indonesia
9 Oct
Pork is less popular because we are muslim majority. But actually not hard to find pork. They are available on certain places
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