Pidie Aceh Cuisine

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Pidie Aceh Cuisine 
Some of the most famous traditional dishes from Pidie include Lincah Busu, Apam, Nasi Ruah, and Salak Pliek. Lincah Busu is a spicy fruit and tuber salad, while Apam is a traditional cake made from rice flour, coconut milk, and grated coconut. Nasi Ruah is a communal meal tradition closely associated with the celebration of the Prophet Muhammad’s birthday (Maulid Nabi), and Salak Pliek is a salak fruit salad flavored with fermented coconut (pliek).

Here are some details about these Pidie specialties:

• Lincah Busu:
  This fruit salad originates from Busu village in Mutiara Barat, Pidie. Lincah means “salad” or “rujak” in Acehnese. The distinctive spicy dressing gives it a bold and refreshing taste.

  
  
  

• Apam:
  This traditional cake is made from rice flour, coconut milk, and grated coconut. Apam Pidie has a soft texture and a unique flavor. It has been recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage.

  
  
  
  
  

• Nasi Ruah:
  This dish is usually served during the celebration of the Prophet Muhammad’s birthday. Nasi Ruah is eaten together from a large shared platter, symbolizing unity and togetherness.

  
  
  

• Salak Pliek:
  This salad uses salak (snake fruit) as the main ingredient and is seasoned with pliek u, a type of fermented coconut condiment.

  
  
  

• Ayam Tangkap:
  A signature dish from Pidie Jaya known for its rich flavor and aromatic spices.

  
  
  
  
  

• Ungkot Kemamah:
  A Pidie Jaya specialty made from dried fish, known for its delicious taste.

  
  
  

• Sate Matang:
  A popular grilled meat skewer dish made from goat or beef, commonly enjoyed in Pidie Jaya.