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A traditional rice cake from Indonesia

Burasa

Burasa is a traditional rice cake originating from the South Sulawesi region of Indonesia. It is a popular dish among the Bugis and Makassar ethnic groups and is often served during special occasions and celebrations.

Preparation

Burasa is made from rice that is cooked in coconut milk and seasoned with salt and sometimes spices. The rice mixture is then wrapped in banana leaves and steamed until it is fully cooked. The banana leaves impart a distinct aroma and flavor to the rice cake.

Ingredients

Cooking Method

The process of making burasa involves several steps:

The rice is washed and soaked briefly.
Coconut milk is prepared by extracting the milk from grated coconut.
The rice is cooked in the coconut milk with added salt until it is partially cooked.
The partially cooked rice is then wrapped in banana leaves, forming a rectangular or cylindrical shape.
The wrapped rice cakes are tied with string and steamed until fully cooked.

Cultural Significance

Burasa holds cultural significance in South Sulawesi, where it is often associated with traditional ceremonies and festivals. It is commonly served during Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, as well as at weddings and other family gatherings.

Variations

While the basic recipe for burasa remains consistent, there are regional variations in its preparation. Some versions may include additional ingredients such as shredded chicken, beef, or fish to enhance the flavor.

Related pages

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-'''Burasa''' or '''Burasa Biu''' is a type of [[rice dumpling]] from the [[Bugis]] people in [[Indonesia]]. It is a traditional food made from [[glutinous rice]] and [[coconut milk]], wrapped in a [[banana leaf]], and then steamed. The dish is often served with [[cuisine of Indonesia|Indonesian]] dishes such as [[rendang]] and [[chicken curry]].
+{{short description|A traditional rice cake from Indonesia}}
+{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
-== Ingredients and Preparation ==
+==Burasa==
-The main ingredients of Burasa are glutinous rice and coconut milk. The rice is soaked overnight and then cooked with the coconut milk. The mixture is then wrapped in banana leaves and steamed until it becomes firm and the flavors are well combined. Some variations of the dish may include fillings such as chicken or beef.
+[[File:Kue_buras.JPG|thumb|right|Burasa, a traditional Indonesian rice cake]]
+'''Burasa''' is a traditional rice cake originating from the [[South Sulawesi]] region of [[Indonesia]]. It is a popular dish among the [[Bugis]] and [[Makassar]] ethnic groups and is often served during special occasions and celebrations.
-== Cultural Significance ==
+==Preparation==
-Burasa holds a significant place in Bugis culture. It is often prepared for special occasions and celebrations such as [[Eid al-Fitr]] and [[weddings]]. The dish is also commonly found in traditional markets in the [[South Sulawesi]] region of Indonesia.
+Burasa is made from [[rice]] that is cooked in [[coconut milk]] and seasoned with [[salt]] and sometimes [[spices]]. The rice mixture is then wrapped in [[banana leaves]] and steamed until it is fully cooked. The banana leaves impart a distinct aroma and flavor to the rice cake.
-== Variations ==
+===Ingredients===
-There are several variations of Burasa across different regions in Indonesia. In [[Java]], a similar dish known as [[Lontong]] is made. However, Lontong is usually served with [[vegetable]] dishes and is less rich in flavor compared to Burasa.
+* [[Rice]]
+* [[Coconut milk]]
+* [[Salt]]
+* [[Banana leaves]]
-== See Also ==
+===Cooking Method===
-* [[Cuisine of Indonesia]]
+The process of making burasa involves several steps:
-* [[List of Indonesian dishes]]
-* [[List of rice dishes]]
+# The rice is washed and soaked briefly.
+# Coconut milk is prepared by extracting the milk from grated coconut.
+# The rice is cooked in the coconut milk with added salt until it is partially cooked.
+# The partially cooked rice is then wrapped in banana leaves, forming a rectangular or cylindrical shape.
+# The wrapped rice cakes are tied with string and steamed until fully cooked.
+==Cultural Significance==
+Burasa holds cultural significance in South Sulawesi, where it is often associated with traditional ceremonies and festivals. It is commonly served during [[Eid al-Fitr]] and [[Eid al-Adha]], as well as at weddings and other family gatherings.
+==Variations==
+While the basic recipe for burasa remains consistent, there are regional variations in its preparation. Some versions may include additional ingredients such as [[shredded chicken]], [[beef]], or [[fish]] to enhance the flavor.
+==Related pages==
+* [[Lontong]]
+* [[Ketupat]]
+* [[Nasi lemak]]
+* [[Indonesian cuisine]]
 [[Category:Indonesian cuisine]]
 [[Category:Rice dishes]]
 [[Category:Steamed foods]]
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