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	~~'''~~Pecel Lele''' is a popular [[Indonesian cuisine\|Indonesian]] dish consisting of [[fried catfish]] and [[sambal]], a spicy sauce. It is commonly served with [[rice]], [[lalapan]] (raw vegetables), and [[tempeh]] or [[tofu]]. The dish is particularly popular in [[Java]], but can be found throughout Indonesia and in Indonesian communities worldwide.		== Pecel Lele ==

	~~==Ingredients and Preparation==~~		[[File:Pecel_Lele_1.JPG\|thumb\|right\|Pecel Lele served with sambal and vegetables]]
	~~The main ingredient of Pecel Lele is [[catfish]], which is marinated in a mixture of~~ [[~~turmeric]], [[garlic]], [[salt]], and [[lime juice]] before being deep-fried until crispy~~. ~~The~~ sambal sauce that accompanies the dish is made from a variety of [[chili peppers]], [[tomatoes]], [[shallots]], [[garlic]], [[tamarind]], [[sugar]], and [[salt]]. The sauce is traditionally ground in a [[mortar and ~~pestle~~]] ~~to achieve the desired consistency.~~

	~~The dish~~ is ~~typically served with~~ a ~~side of lalapan~~, ~~which can include a variety of raw vegetables such as~~ [[~~cucumber~~]], [[~~lettuce~~]], [[~~cabbage~~]], [[basil]], and [[~~long beans~~]]~~. A portion of steamed rice, tempeh, or tofu is also commonly included~~.		'''Pecel Lele''' is a popular traditional dish from [[Indonesia]], particularly well-known in [[Java]]. It consists of deep-fried catfish served with [[sambal]], a spicy chili paste, and usually accompanied by fresh vegetables such as [[cucumber]], [[basil]], and [[cabbage]].

	==Cultural Significance==		=== Origin and Cultural Significance ===
	Pecel Lele is ~~often associated with~~ [[warung]], small, family-owned ~~businesses or restaurants that serve traditional Indonesian food. It is a popular choice for late-night meals,~~ and is often ~~consumed~~ as ~~street food~~. ~~The dish~~ is ~~also commonly served during special occasions~~ and ~~celebrations~~.		Pecel Lele is believed to have originated from the Javanese region, where catfish, known locally as "lele," is abundant. The dish is a staple in many [[warung]] (small family-owned eateries) and is often enjoyed as a quick and affordable meal. It is particularly popular among students and workers due to its affordability and satisfying taste.

	~~Despite its popularity~~ in ~~Indonesia~~, ~~Pecel Lele has also gained recognition internationally~~, ~~with restaurants serving~~ the dish ~~in cities around the world~~.		=== Preparation ===
			The preparation of Pecel Lele involves marinating the catfish in a mixture of [[turmeric]], [[garlic]], and [[salt]] before deep-frying it until crispy. The sambal, which is an essential component of the dish, is made by grinding together [[chilies]], [[tomatoes]], [[shallots]], and [[shrimp paste]] (terasi) to create a fiery and flavorful condiment.

	==~~See Also~~==		=== Serving ===
			Pecel Lele is typically served with steamed [[rice]] and a side of fresh vegetables. The combination of the crispy catfish, spicy sambal, and refreshing vegetables makes it a balanced and flavorful meal. It is often enjoyed with a glass of [[iced tea]] or [[es jeruk]] (iced orange juice).

			=== Variations ===
			While the traditional Pecel Lele uses catfish, variations of the dish may include other types of fish or even [[tofu]] and [[tempeh]] for a vegetarian option. The sambal can also vary in spiciness and ingredients, depending on regional preferences and availability.

			== Related Pages ==
	* [[Indonesian cuisine]]		* [[Indonesian cuisine]]
	* [[Sambal]]		* [[Sambal]]
	* [[Warung]]		* [[Warung]]
			* [[Javanese culture]]

	[[Category:Indonesian cuisine]]		[[Category:Indonesian cuisine]]
	~~[[Category:Fish dishes]]~~
	~~[[Category:Street food]]~~

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'''Pecel Lele''' is a popular [[Indonesian cuisine|Indonesian]] dish consisting of [[fried catfish]] and [[sambal]], a spicy sauce. It is commonly served with [[rice]], [[lalapan]] (raw vegetables), and [[tempeh]] or [[tofu]]. The dish is particularly popular in [[Java]], but can be found throughout Indonesia and in Indonesian communities worldwide.

==Ingredients and Preparation==
The main ingredient of Pecel Lele is [[catfish]], which is marinated in a mixture of [[turmeric]], [[garlic]], [[salt]], and [[lime juice]] before being deep-fried until crispy. The sambal sauce that accompanies the dish is made from a variety of [[chili peppers]], [[tomatoes]], [[shallots]], [[garlic]], [[tamarind]], [[sugar]], and [[salt]]. The sauce is traditionally ground in a [[mortar and pestle]] to achieve the desired consistency.

The dish is typically served with a side of lalapan, which can include a variety of raw vegetables such as [[cucumber]], [[lettuce]], [[cabbage]], [[basil]], and [[long beans]]. A portion of steamed rice, tempeh, or tofu is also commonly included.

==Cultural Significance==
Pecel Lele is often associated with [[warung]], small, family-owned businesses or restaurants that serve traditional Indonesian food. It is a popular choice for late-night meals, and is often consumed as street food. The dish is also commonly served during special occasions and celebrations.

Despite its popularity in Indonesia, Pecel Lele has also gained recognition internationally, with restaurants serving the dish in cities around the world.

==See Also==
* [[Indonesian cuisine]]
* [[Sambal]]
* [[Warung]]

[[Category:Indonesian cuisine]]
[[Category:Fish dishes]]
[[Category:Street food]]

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