
Are there any famous local dishes in Yogyakarta other than Gudeg?



There are three particularly famous local dishes in Yogyakarta!
Yogyakarta’s Local Cuisine
- Gudeg
- Sate Klatak
- Bakmi Jawa





This time, I will introduce one of them, “Sate Klatak,” in detail.
What is Sate Klatak?
Sate Klatak is a satay (skewered meat) made from goat meat.
- Simple seasoning with only salt
- Goat meat cooked thoroughly to the core using bicycle spokes
What makes this satay different from others is the seasoning used to prepare it.
Unlike others that use soy sauce or peanut sauce, Sate Klatak is characterized by being seasoned with only salt and is eaten with a Gulai soup (a dish similar to a spicy curry).


Despite its simplicity, Klatak satay is very popular with tourists and has indeed become one of the signature dishes of Yogyakarta city.
Another characteristic of Sate Klatak is the way it is served.
The skewers used are not the bamboo skewers commonly used for regular satay, but iron bicycle spokes. It is said that the secret to its deliciousness is that the spokes conduct heat well, allowing the goat meat to be cooked thoroughly from the inside as well.
Popular Restaurants Where You Can Eat Sate Klatak
Sate Klathak Pak Jede
It is located in an easily accessible area within the city of Yogyakarta.
It is often crowded during dinner time and is a famous restaurant with over 5,000 reviews on Google Maps.






Sate Klathak Pak Pong Pusat
Although it is a bit far from the city center of Yogyakarta, about a 30-minute drive, it is located in its birthplace, “Bantul,” and is the most famous shop.
Incidentally, it has over 25,000 reviews on Google Maps, so if you’re looking for delicious Sate Klatak, you can’t go wrong here.


The restaurant is very large and is often seen being used by large tour groups.


The Origin and Beginnings of Sate Klatak
The founder of klatak satay is Mrs. Ambyah from Jejeran, Wonokromo village, Pleret district, Bantul regency. This satay has been around since Mrs. Ambyah started her business in the 1940s.
It has now become one of the famous local dishes of Yogyakarta throughout the entire city.
The name comes from the melinjo fruit, also called klathak, which fell in abundance around Mrs. Ambyah’s shop.
Finally
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References & Articles
https://gudeg.net/direktori/1871/sate-klatak.html
https://warisanbudaya.kemdikbud.go.id/?newdetail&detailCatat=3701