Indonesians love this unusual combination of flavours

The unlikely pairing is a popular combination across some of Indonesia's most loved desserts.

Indonesian sweet martabak

Indonesian sweet martabak. Source: Pixabay/Riki Risnandar

Cheese in desserts is nothing new in the Western world. Think carrot cake with cream cheese icing or the classic cheesecake, both relished for their rich, mild flavours.

In Indonesia, however, salt is the welcomed flavour, and in many sweet snacks sold in the warung (food stalls), salty grated cheese is often packed on alongside sweet chocolate.

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Published 1 April 2020 5:36pm
Updated 2 April 2020 12:34pm
By Seraphina Seow
Presented by SBS Indonesian
Source: SBS


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