krupuk
Sign in to saveKrupuk (), also known as keropok () and kropek () refers to traditional deep-fried crackers made from starch combined with flavouring ingredients such as prawn, fish or other seafood. The food has long-standing traditions throughout maritime Southeast Asia and neighbouring coastal regions, particularly in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, southern Thailand, Brunei and Singapore.
Key facts
- Food.name
- KrupukKeropokKropek
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- Kerupuk dalam kaleng.jpg
- Food.image_size
- 250px
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- Kerupuk, also known as keropok or kropek, stored in air-tight tin containers to preserve freshness and crispness
- Food.alternate_name
- Kerupuk
- Food.country
- Maritime Southeast Asia
- Food.region
- Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, southern Thailand, Brunei and Singapore
- Food.course
- Snack
- Food.served
- Room temperature
- Food.main_ingredient
- Starch, animal proteins, vegetables.
- Food.variations
- Different variations according to ingredients
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Article
16 sectionsContents
- Origins
- Animal-based preparations in Southeast Asia
- Development of starch-based crackers
- Regional variations and spread
- Culinary profile
- Preparation and culinary uses
- Variations
- Indonesia
- Malaysia
- Thailand
- Philippines
- Netherlands
- Suriname
- See also
- References
- External links
Krupuk (), also known as keropok () and kropek () refers to traditional deep-fried crackers made from starch combined with flavouring ingredients such as prawn, fish or other seafood. The food has long-standing traditions throughout maritime Southeast Asia and neighbouring coastal regions, particularly in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, southern Thailand, Brunei and Singapore.
Krupuk, keropok and kropek encompasses numerous regional varieties, ranging from cassava- or rice-based forms to those made with seafood or animal products such as cattle skin. These varieties are widely consumed as snacks, served alongside main dishes, or sold as regional specialities. Certain forms hold strong associations with local cuisines, including krupuk kulit in Java and Sumatra, keropok lekor in Malay Peninsula and amplang in Borneo.