Rawon

Rawon is a beef soup associated with East Java. Prepared kluwek seeds give its broth a dark brown to black colour and a distinctive flavour. Shallots, garlic, candlenuts, coriander, galangal, lemongrass and lime leaves are among the seasonings used. The beef is simmered until tender.^[1]

Rawon is served with rice and short mung bean sprouts, whose crisp texture contrasts with the beef. Accompaniments may include sambal, salted egg, crackers or emping, fried shallots and lime. The soup is found in several East Javanese cities, including Surabaya and Malang.^[1]