Experience the deliciousness of Banten’s signature snacks such as Pasung Merah, Emping, and Dodol Ny Lauw which are perfect as souvenirs and bring Banten memories to your home.
Banten not only offers charming natural charm and cultural tourism, but also a variety of traditional snacks with unique flavors.
These typical snacks are perfect to be enjoyed on the spot or brought home as souvenirs. From sweet to savory, these are traditional snacks typical of Banten that are a must-try when visiting.
1. Green Bean Cake
Green bean cake is a legendary snack from Banten made from green beans. With a soft texture and just the right amount of sweetness, this cake is perfect as a souvenir because it lasts on the trip.
The savory and legit taste makes green bean cake a favorite with many people as a companion for drinking tea or coffee.
2. Red Shackles
Pasung Merah is a traditional wet cake from Serang made from rice flour and brown sugar, wrapped in banana leaves in a cone shape.
The sweet and aromatic taste of the banana leaves makes Pasung Merah delicious when enjoyed while still warm. This cake is popular in traditional markets and is an icon of Typical Banten Food, offering a delightful taste of the region’s culinary heritage.
3. Melinjo Crackers
Emping from Banten is made from flattened and fried melinjo seeds, giving it a savory taste with a distinctive touch of bitterness.
Suitable as a complement to foods such as soto or eaten as a snack, emping is easy to find in souvenir shops throughout Banten, especially in Pandeglang and Serang.
4. Burog chili sauce
Sambal Burog is a typical Serang chili sauce made from melinjo skin with special spices that create a combination of spicy, savory, and sweet flavors.
This chili sauce is very unique because its texture is different from chili sauce in general. Suitable as an accompaniment to rice or side dishes, Sambal Burog is often taken home as a souvenir in practical packaging.
5. Mrs. Lauw’s Dodol
Dodol Ny Lauw is a typical Banten dodol that is famous for its soft sweet taste and non-sticky texture.
Made with a hereditary recipe, this dodol has a unique taste and is often a favorite souvenir. The various flavors offered make this dodol the perfect choice as a long-lasting souvenir.
6. Cassava Block Cake
Cassava Block Cake is a cake made from cassava with coconut serundeng as a topping. The soft texture with the savory taste of serundeng makes this cake different from other block cakes.
This cake is often found in traditional markets in Banten, making it an attractive choice for fans of traditional snacks.
7. The owl
Ceplis is a melinjo chip that is fried until crispy, then seasoned with various flavors such as spicy, sweet, and salty. This snack is easy to carry as a souvenir and is practical to enjoy anytime. Ceplis is a popular choice in Banten because of the many melinjo dishes typical of this region.
8. Sticky Rice with Bintul
Ketan Bintul is processed sticky rice served with a sprinkling of serundeng or savory grated coconut.
This snack is often served as a breakfast menu or afternoon snack, with a distinctive savory taste from serundeng combined with sticky sticky rice. Ketan Bintul is easy to find in traditional markets in Banten and is a favorite of many people.
9. Fortress Tape Cake
Bolu Tape Benteng is a cake made from tape that produces a sweet taste with a distinctive fermented aroma.
Its soft texture and topping variations such as chocolate or cheese make this cake a unique souvenir from Banten. Perfect to be enjoyed with tea or coffee, Bolu Tape Benteng is often sought after by visiting tourists.
10. Gipang
Gipang is a snack made from sticky rice mixed with sugar, resulting in a sweet taste and a crunchy yet sticky texture.
Gipang is usually packed in jars or plastic so it is easy to carry as a souvenir. Its sweet taste makes this snack popular among tourists who want to bring home the traditional taste of Banten.
For those of you who want to taste traditional Banten food, this snack is perfect as a souvenir for family and friends at home.
Every bite brings sweet memories of your culinary tour in Banten, making your holiday experience even more memorable. Don’t miss the chance to try Typical Tangerang Food, which adds a unique and authentic flavor to your journey.
