Bandrek
A traditional Sundanese hot ginger drink with coconut milk and warming spices.
- 4 ozfresh ginger(sliced)
- 1 cupwater
- 1 cupcoconut milk
- 3 tbsppalm sugar
- 2 wholewhole cloves
- 1 stickcinnamon stick
- 1Simmer ginger with water and spices for 15 minutes.
- 2Add coconut milk and palm sugar.
- 3Heat gently without boiling.
- 4Strain into serving mugs.
- 5Garnish with cinnamon stick.
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Bandrek is a traditional Sundanese hot beverage from West Java, Indonesia, dating back several centuries. This warming spiced drink combines palm sugar with ginger and various local spices, reflecting the abundant spice trade that shaped Indonesian cuisine. Originally consumed as a medicinal remedy for colds and respiratory ailments, Bandrek became popular among farmers and laborers working in the cool highland regions. Today it remains a beloved comfort drink throughout Indonesia.
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