"Kouskous"

"Well , this is my favourite local food here in my country "Algeria" and its also known in Tunisia , well its served like this with vegetables and broth , and could also be with a special milk called "L'ben" instead of the broth , this food is present at every family meet or dinner and also in the events and celebrations!"

Bouzidi Ramy
El Mostaqbal - Oueld Yaich, Algeria

Vegetable broth with fish head

"Fish head "

HASAD AKONDO
Mouchak scout school and college Rovar scout group , Bangladesh

A semi typical Filipino breakfast, made with pork longganisa, garlic fried rice, and crab and corn soup.

"I guess it would be to get to know a little bit of every culture about the scouts participating in this event, this really makes my heart race, to see that I belong to these group of people."

Sctr. Francis Sen D. Bolanos WBH
Pasay City Council , Philippines

Indonesia has a dessert in the North Sumatra region of the Simalungun tribe called 'Nitak'. This food is made from rice flour, brown sugar, pepper, roasted coconut. This food is also generally for traditional ceremonies, but now it has become most of the desserts of the Simalungun people in Indonesia. Scout friends can try it, it tastes savory and spicy salty.

"This activity really helped me in expressing my abilities in introducing several activities, food and so on, not only that, this activity also introduced me to KISC."

Hans Septian Saragih
Penegak Sangga Pencoba Gugus Depan 29-105 SMA N 1 Raya , Indonesia

Asam Laksa - a bowl of noodles dipped in flavorful fish broth coupled with the spices and condiments to further increase the spicy and sweety sensation, and of course mint leaves to refresh a little to balance out the spiciness.

"the ability to explore and understand the national dishes of different country. Makes me wanna have a try so badly :)"

YEOW EE SHEN SHAWN
02 PETALING UTAMA SCOUT TROOP, Malaysia

Bakso is a popular food in Indonesia, in the form of meatballs cooked by boiling. Bakso is usually made from ground beef or chicken, then mixed with tapioca flour and other spices. Bakso is served with a rich broth, and can be complemented with noodles, tofu, eggs, and vegetables.

"This activity is very fun, it makes me know about food both domestically and abroad"

silaa
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

Foil Pack (Campfire) Stromboli Ingredients: Pizza Sauce Pepperoni Pizza Dough Cheese Recipe: 1. Lay out the dough on a sheet of foil 2. Place desired ingredients on the dough 3. Fold in dough in half and pinch corners together to make a closed pocket 4. Wrap foil around it 5. Place on camp stove or over campfire 6. Check occasionally 7. Remove and eat when everything is melted

"I enjoy eating this on campouts, and now I'm about to make a camp log (a different version of this). They taste good, I hope... "

John-Michael
Troop 271, United States

This is "Francesinha", a dish from the north of Portugal, specifically from Porto. It is without a doubt my favorite portuguese dish. It's very filling and hearty. It's somewhat like a sandwich and has this amazing spicy sauce that always needs to be in abundance!

"It's always fun to share portuguse cuisine with others and learn how different (and yummy looking) food can be all over the world."

Leonor
Agrupamento 534, Nogueira do Cravo, Portugal

Aloha! This is a common dish from Hawaii! Pictured is Kalua Pig with shredded cabbage, Lomi-lomi salmon, white rice, Poi, and Chicken long rice soup. Many cultures are represented in this dish which is reflective of the many cultures living together in our islands! Happy scouting friends!

"I liked getting to share a piece of my home life with other scouts from around the world! Mahalo from Hawaii!"

Samantha
Outdoor Service Guides, United States

In Portugal we make “Bacalhau à brás” - codfish with potatoes and egg! The ingredients are: 600 g desalted codfish; 200 g straw potato; 6 eggs; 1 onion - sliced; 4 garlic cloves; 2 bay leaves; black olives; olive oil; parsley - chopped; salt; black pepper To make it you should: Shred cooked salted cod and sauté it with finely chopped onions and garlic in olive oil. Add thinly fried potato sticks and mix well. Stir in beaten eggs and cook gently until just set. Finish with chopped parsley and black olives. Its one of my fav meals!

"Sharing with others portuguese cuisine and learning from other cultures!"

Leonor Moura
Almada, Portugal

This food is called spicy porridge, this is a regional food. I eat it very delicious, it is very suitable to eat when the weather is cold.

"Here I learned a lot about various types of food originating from other countries, and it made me interested in making and trying them. "

Mustady
Mempawah , Indonesia

i am a vegan and i tried this vegan banana cake from chat gpt. for surprise it turned out so well. my family enjoyed it. this is the recipe : 📝 Ingredients: ½ ripe banana (mashed) 2 tbsp flour 1 tbsp sugar 1 tbsp oil 1 tbsp plant-based milk or water ¼ tsp baking powder Pinch of salt Optional: pinch of cinnamon or cocoa, few chocolate chips 🔥 Method: Mix all ingredients directly in a steel or small metal cup (must be heatproof). Place a small ring or stand in a deep pan/kadai. Add a little water to the bottom (not touching the cup), and preheat with lid on for 5 mins. Place the cup inside, cover the lid with a cloth, and steam on low heat for 10–15 mins. Check with a toothpick. Let it cool slightly and enjoy warm!

"i loved the result the patient wait of around 1 hour seemed worth it."

Navyasri
Patel scouts and guides group , India

So the ingredients are: Crab, Fine Seasoning, Cayenne Pepper, Garlic, Shallots, Candlenuts, Galangal, Pepper Powder, Complementary Seasonings, 1 Stalk of Lemongrass (Crushed), 1 Stalk of Spring Onion, Soup Seasoning, 1 Packet of Liquid Coconut Milk, 1 Tsp of Sugar, 1 Tsp of Salt, (Mix the coconut milk with 1 glass of water then add the Sugar & Salt) and the steps to make it are: 1. Heat 5 Tbsp of Oil and Saute the Fine Seasonings and Lemongrass until fragrant 2. Add the Soup Seasoning and Water to taste, let it boil (Stir so that the coconut milk does not split) then adjust the taste. 3. When it's right, add the Crab and Clams, let it sit for 10 minutes. Then add the sliced spring onions. Ready to serve

"I am happy because I can share my own cooking recipe, I hope this can be useful for you, this dish is very delicious!!"

Diva
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

Campfire Banana Boats Recipe Ingredients (per person): 1 ripe banana (with peel) A handful of mini marshmallows A handful of chocolate chips (or broken chocolate bar pieces) A few crushed graham crackers or digestive biscuits Optional extras: peanut butter, caramel sauce, sliced strawberries, nuts --- Instructions: 1. Slice: With the banana still in the peel, make a slit lengthwise through the top (not all the way through). 2. Stuff: Gently pull the banana open to create a pocket. Fill with marshmallows, chocolate chips, and any optional extras. 3. Wrap: Wrap the whole banana in aluminium foil. 4. Cook: Place in hot coals (not direct flame) for about 5–10 minutes, until everything is gooey and melty. 5. Eat: Carefully unwrap and eat with a spoon—right out of the peel!

"sharing my recipe's because its so fun to share your recipe to your fellow scout so they can try it too and enjoy it i enjoy every activity i did but sharing my recipe would be the most memorable than anything"

Ainie
Senior scout, Philippines

This is adobo my favourite dish from the Philippines it is made by simmering meat—commonly chicken or pork, or a combination of both—in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, and black peppercorns. To prepare it, start by marinating the meat in soy sauce, crushed garlic, and black pepper for at least 30 minutes. After marinating, sauté the garlic in a pan, then add the meat along with the marinade, vinegar, bay leaves, and a bit of water. Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring, then lower the heat and let it simmer until the meat becomes tender and the sauce thickens to your liking

"I enjoyed this activity so much because cooking is my hobby"

Danver
Senior scout , Philippines

Pempek is a typical food from Palembang, South Sumatra, made from ground fish (usually mackerel) and sago flour, then shaped and boiled before being fried when served. Pempek is served with vinegar sauce—a dark brown sauce that tastes sour, sweet, and spicy, made from palm sugar, tamarind, garlic, and chili.

""In this activity I can learn a lot about various types of food from all over the world and that makes me interested in making and trying them.""

Abhi
SMP IT MUTIARA QOLBU , Indonesia

This food is called nasi jamblang, a typical food from Cirebon, Indonesia. This food is characterized by using teak tree leaves as a place to eat. And there are various side dishes.

"This activity really helped me to recognize various foods from various countries. This activity also helped me to know more about KISC"

Deko
Scout, Indonesia

nasi pecel khas Jawa Timur

"Nasi pecel is a traditional Indonesian dish, especially popular in Java, consisting of white rice served with boiled vegetables such as spinach, long beans, bean sprouts, and basil leaves, topped with a spicy-sweet peanut sauce. It is usually accompanied by side dishes like fried tempeh, tofu, eggs, or *rempeyek* (crispy peanut crackres) "

Dinda Ayu
AMSAGRA, Indonesia

Turon (Banana Lumpia with Caramel) is the one of my mostt favorite snack dessert in the Philippines. Ingredients 6 pieces bananas saba or plantains, cut in half (lengthwise) ▢1 cup jackfruit ripe, sliced (optional) ▢1 1/2 cup sugar ▢12 pieces lumpia wrapper ▢2 cups cooking oil Procedure Roll the banana on the sugar plate and ensure that the banana is coated with enough sugar 6 pieces bananas, 1 1/2 cup sugar Place the banana with sugar coating on the lumpia wrapper. Add a slice of ripe jackfruit on top. 12 pieces lumpia wrapper, 1 cup jackfruit Fold and lock the spring roll wrapper, use water to seal the edge In a pan, heat the oil and put-in some sugar.Wait until the brown sugar floats 2 cups cooking oil Put-in the wrapped banana and fry until the wrapper turns golden brown and the extra sugar sticks on wrapper Serve hot as a dessert or snack. Share and Enjoy!

"It's fun to know every scouts culture, and their favorite food/snack (๑>◡<๑)"

jei
Senior scout from San Joaquin Kalawaan High School Pasig City Council, Philippines

My favorite dish is "Smalets". It is a traditional Ukrainian spread made from lard. The lard is cut into small pieces, slowly melted in a pan, onion, salt, pepper and a little garlic for flavor are added. Then everything is cooled, and you get a very tasty paste that you can spread on bread.

" enjoyed the opportunity to think about dishes from different cultures. It was nice to share a part of my own culture and feel a connection through it."

Yuliia
Sokil, Ukraine

I will introduce traditional food from Indonesia. Gudeg is a traditional food from Yogyakarta and Central Java, Indonesia, made from young jackfruit cooked with coconut milk, palm sugar, and spices. The cooking process takes a long time, usually up to several hours, and the end result is pieces of young jackfruit that are reddish brown in color and have a sweet, savory, and slightly spicy taste.

"I am happy to introduce food from Indonesia, more precisely from the Yogyakarta area, Central Java. This food is called Gudeg, a food made from young jackfruit that is cooked for a long time using coconut milk"

Titik Nuryati
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

Pecel rice is a typical food from Madiun, East Java. This food consists of rice, white bean sauce, fried tempeh, stir-fried tempeh, and vegetables.

"I am very happy to be able to participate in the KICS Jota Joti 2025 activities."

Marcellino
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

Dimsum is a small Chinese dish that is usually served as a snack or appetizer. The word "dimsum" literally means "touching the heart" in Cantonese. This dish includes a variety of steamed, fried, or grilled foods, such as siomay, hakau (shrimp dumplings), steamed buns, mini spring rolls, and spiced chicken feet.

"I got to know various kinds of food from various countries"

Mayllaw Viandysta
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

This is a food called chicken noodles, made with wet noodles, chopped chicken seasoned with soy sauce, mustard greens and gravy, a delicious dish to serve when you are hungry. The way to make it is, first cook the noodle until is cooked, and make the broth with water, bone broth, msg and garlic oil, and boil Mustard greens until soft, and then mix all of it into a bowl and add soybean or spicy sauce as a choise

"Chicken noodles are a food that I like because of its delicious taste and complete nutrition, there are carbohydrates, protein from chicken and fiber from green mustard greens, mmm very delicious."

Jagad Ayuning Titis
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

Pecel rice is a typical food from the Madiun area, East Java. It consists of rice, white peanut sauce, fried tempeh, stir-fried tempeh, and vegetables.

"I am very happy to be able to participate in the 2025 KICS Jota Joti activities"

Ibnu
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

This is Nilagang baboy that is a Filipino pork soup the ingredients are 500 g pork liempo, cut into medium size cubes, 5 cups water, 2 pcs potatoes, peeled and quartered, 2 pcs Knorr Pork Cube, 1 pc onion, quartered, 1 bundle pechay Tagalog, 1 bunch Pak-Choi, sliced

"By doing this activity, it makes me wanna try different dishes in other countries!"

Bianca Ongmanchi
SJKHS, PASIG CITY COUNCIL, Philippines

Chicken satay is an Indonesian specialty made from pieces of chicken meat that are seasoned and grilled over a fire. Chicken satay is usually served with peanut sauce, sweet soy sauce, and sliced shallots, as well as lontong or rice. Its delicious taste and distinctive aroma make chicken satay one of the favorite dishes of many people. Chicken satay is often served as a main dish or as a market snack.

"I love all the activities and challenges in this jota joti, it's so fun!"

sovi
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council , Indonesia

I don't have a picture but I love fried rice tye ingredients are rice garlic salt soy sauce and green onions

"I love how we can share our favorite recipes with other scout and I love how we can see their favorite meals and what is the ingredients "

Nieeran Hassan
Senior scout , Philippines

Pecel crackers, this food is very simple and easy to make, just with crackers, peanut sauce and boiled vegetables, you can have a very delicious food and it is perfect to enjoy. How to make pecel crackers, first prepare the crackers, then boil water and boil the vegetables, to crush the peanut sauce you can use hot water, and after the vegetables are soft as desired, the foam is lifted and arranged on top of the crackers then poured with peanut sauce.

"Pecel crackers, this food is very simple and easy to make, just with crackers, peanut sauce and boiled vegetables, you can have a very delicious food and it is perfect to enjoy. How to make pecel crackers, first prepare the crackers, then boil water and boil the vegetables, to crush the peanut sauce you can use hot water, and after the vegetables are soft as desired, the foam is lifted and arranged on top of the crackers then poured with peanut sauce."

Annisa Rizki C
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

Sate Padang

"This is one of my local specialty foods, "sate". This food is very delicious, especially when served and eaten while it is warm. This is a perfect dinner"

Aisyiyatul Cantika Fz
Parsel Scout Camp, Indonesia

Balut is a popular Filipino street food delicacy consisting of a fertilized duck egg that has been boiled and eaten with the shell. It's a delicacy, often eaten with salt and vinegar, and is commonly sold at night.

""It's nice to know the culture of each scout, and their favorite food/snacks, I'm sending this recipe because it's my favorite food. I hope everyone can have a taste of this delicious food."""

Alen Paul
Boy Scouts of the Philippines, Philippines

Amazing dessert Strawberrys with chocolate

"Eat the food of course"

Rafael RT
1238 Pinhal de Frades, Portugal

The name of this food is "sate" which comes from Indonesia. This food is meat that has been chopped and then skewered and then grilled using charcoal with peanut sauce and soy sauce for 10 minutes. Several times to make it taste better

"The thing I enjoy most about this activity is completing the existing missions. It will be more fun if you do it with your colleagues and other members."

Rafa Raditia
Ambalan Siliwangi - Subang Larang , Indonesia

Here's a recipe for Tofu Sisig, inspired by the popular Filipino dish: Yields: 4-6 servings Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Ingredients: * 1 block (about 400-500g) extra-firm tofu, pressed to remove excess water and cubed * 3-4 tablespoons cooking oil, for frying * 1 tablespoon butter or vegan butter * 1 medium red onion, finely chopped * 3-4 cloves garlic, minced * 1-3 small red chili peppers (siling labuyo) or Thai chilies, chopped (adjust to your spice preference) * 1-2 long green chili peppers (siling pangsigang), deseeded and chopped * 1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced * 2 tablespoons soy sauce or liquid seasoning * 1-2 tablespoons oyster sauce (or vegetarian/vegan oyster sauce) * 1-2 tablespoons calamansi juice (or lemon/lime juice) * 1/4 cup mayonnaise (or vegan mayonnaise) * Optional: 1 teaspoon sugar * Optional garnishes: chopped green onions, more chopped chili, calamansi wedges Instructions: * Prepare the Tofu: Press the tofu to remove as much water as possible. Cut it into small cubes, about 1/2 inch. * Fry the Tofu: Heat the oil in a wok or a wide pan over medium-high heat. Fry the tofu cubes in batches until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides. Remove them with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Season lightly with salt while they are still hot. Set aside. * Sauté Aromatics: In a separate pan or skillet, melt the butter (or vegan butter) over medium heat. Add the chopped red onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. * Add Chili and Bell Pepper: Add the chopped chili peppers (both red and green) and diced red bell pepper to the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until they are slightly softened. * Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce (or liquid seasoning), oyster sauce (or vegan alternative), and calamansi juice (or lemon/lime juice). Add sugar if desired and stir well. * Combine and Simmer: Pour the sauce mixture into the pan with the sautéed vegetables. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens. * Add Tofu and Mayonnaise: Add the fried tofu cubes to the pan and toss gently to coat them evenly with the sauce. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the mayonnaise (or vegan mayonnaise) until well combined. * Serve: Transfer the tofu sisig to a sizzling plate if you have one, or serve it immediately on a regular plate. Garnish with chopped green onions and extra chili if desired. Serve hot with steamed rice and calamansi wedges on the side for squeezing. Enjoy your delicious and flavorful tofu sisig!

"I enjoyed the main cooking part and picking some of the ingredients from our garden but the most enjoyable part is knowing that I am able to share a simple recipe that many will enjoy."

Czyan Kiel C. Porneso
Cabanatuan City Council Scout Bureau , Philippines

Grind red chili peppers, shrimp paste, salt, brown sugar and tamarind water evenly After that, add peanuts, then grind again After that, add all the fruits and mix until evenly mixed. Serve

"I like it because it has a spicy and sweet taste"

Elva
Indonesia

Tepo soy sauce is a typical Javanese food where grandmothers or other people usually make tepo for Eid. There are various types of tepo, namely soy sauce tepo, vegetable tepo, pecel tepo.Tepo is shaped like lontong but wrapped in banana leaves and then steamed after it is cooked, cut into pieces and mixed with soy sauce or according to taste.

"I want to tell the whole world that tepo is a typical Javanese food that people usually make for certain events and customs."

Nurul
Madiun Regency Rover, Indonesia

These are the ingredients i used for my oatmeal cookies

"I enjoyed tasting it and mixing the batter, and I also had fun seeing it come together."

Jed Matthew Calpito
Senior Scout, Philippines

How to make siomay Here's how to make delicious and easy Chicken Siomay: Siomay Ingredients: 500 grams of boneless chicken thighs 2 cloves of garlic 1 egg white 10 tablespoons (100 grams) tapioca flour ½ - 1 teaspoon salt (to taste) 1 teaspoon of powdered broth 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar ½ teaspoon of pepper powder 2 tablespoons of sesame oil 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce Ready-to-use siomay skin How to Make Siomay:Prepare ready-to-use siomay skin. Blend the chicken and garlic until smooth. Put the smooth chicken into the blender again. Add the egg white, then blend again until smooth. Transfer the chicken mixture into a container or bowl. Add tapioca flour, salt, sugar, pepper, sesame oil, and oyster sauce. Stir all ingredients until well blended. Take about 25 grams of dough, then wrap it with siomay skin. Repeat until all the dough is used up. Heat the steamer. Brush the steamer base with a little oil so that the siomay does not stick. Arrange the siomay in the steamer. Steam the siomay for about 20-30 minutes or until cooked. Peanut Sauce Ingredients: 250 grams of fried peanuts 5 cloves of fried garlic 5-8 cayenne peppers (to taste) 2 large red chilies 125 grams of brown sugar ½ tablespoon of salt (to taste) 400-500 ml of water ½ tablespoon of tamarind paste (dissolve in a little warm water) How to Make Peanut Sauce: Purify the fried peanuts, fried garlic, cayenne pepper, and large red chilies using a blender or mortar. Put the ground spices into a pan. Add brown sugar, salt, water, and tamarind paste. Cook over low heat while stirring continuously until the sauce thickens and boils. Adjust the taste if necessary. Peanut sauce is ready to be served with siomay. Complements (optional):

""I am happy because I can share my own cooking recipe, I hope this can be useful for you, this dish is very delicious!!""

Farros
Madiun Regency Rover, Indonesia

this is tabbouleh (salad) its one of my favorite lebanese food

"i love my country’s food its all made with love and tabbouleh is one of my fav because it reminds me of my childhood and ny grandparent’s home aw reunions "

Theresia
Byblos Scout, Lycée Amchit Group, Lebanon

Indonesian Chicken curry

"Indonesian Chicken Curry (Kari Ayam) Ingredients: * 1 whole chicken, cut into 8–10 pieces * 400 ml thick coconut milk * 500 ml water * 2 bay leaves * 2 stalks lemongrass, bruised * 3 kaffir lime leaves * 1 thumb-size piece of galangal, bruised * Salt and sugar to taste * Cooking oil for sautéing Spice Paste (blend together): * 6 shallots * 4 garlic cloves * 3 candlenuts, roasted * 2 cm turmeric (lightly roasted for aroma) * 2 cm ginger * 1 tsp coriander seeds * ½ tsp ground white pepper * Red chili peppers (optional, to taste) Instructions: 1. Sauté the spice paste along with bay leaves, lime leaves, lemongrass, and galangal until fragrant. 2. Add the chicken pieces and stir until the chicken changes color and is coated in the spices. 3. Pour in the water, and simmer until the chicken is tender. 4. Add the coconut milk. Stir gently and cook on low heat to avoid the coconut milk from curdling. 5. Season with salt and sugar to taste. Adjust the flavor as needed. 6. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens and the chicken is fully cooked. 7. Serve hot with steamed rice. Optional: add sambal (spicy chili sauce) on the side."

Ica
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

Ingredients 1 cup distilled white vinegar. 1 cup soy sauce. ½ cup ketchup. 1 tablespoon minced garlic. 3 bay leaves. 1 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper. 2 ½ pounds lean pork, cut into 1 inch cubes. 1 pound small green beans, trimmed (Optional)

"It's my favorite dish from my country."

Raimiel
Outfit 025, Philippines

This food is called Brem. Brem is a typical food of Madiun, Indonesia. The ingredients needed to make brem are 500 grams of white glutinous rice, 1 teaspoon of yeast tape, 1.5 tablespoons of baking soda, and enough water. Steps to Make Brem: 1. Start by washing sticky rice several times and soak for two hours. 2. Use from soaking, steam white glutinous rice for one hour until cooked. Remove and let it cool. 3. Sprinkle white glutinous rice that has been cold with tape yeast, stir until evenly distributed so that the yeast is mixed. 4. Move this mixture into a container, cover with a clean cloth, and leave for seven days for the fermentation process. 5. After that, strain and squeeze sticky tape to get fermented water juice tape. 6. Boil the tape juice in a pan over low heat until it thickens, then add cake soda gradually while continuing to stir until the dough thickens and turns into white paste. 7. If so, prepare a brem mold, pour the mixture into the mold, spread the surface, then let stand overnight or several days until the dough is compacting. 8. After being completely solid, remove from the mold, and the solid brem is ready to be served.

"I sent this recipe because this food is my favorite food. I hope everyone can feel the deliciousness of this food."

Choiriyah
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Council, Indonesia

I made a simple pizza with lots of proteins

"I love cooking and it was very good for eat!!"

Vrinda m s
Ranger, India

Biriyani recipe 🌾 *Ingredients:* For Rice: - 2 cups Basmati rice - 4 cups water - 2–3 cloves - 2 cardamom pods - 1 small cinnamon stick - Salt to taste For Biryani Masala: - 500g chicken (or vegetables for veg biryani) - 1 cup yogurt - 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste - 2 onions, sliced - 2 tomatoes, chopped - 1 tsp red chili powder - ½ tsp turmeric - 1 tsp garam masala - Salt to taste - Fresh coriander & mint leaves - 2–3 tbsp oil or ghee Optional: - Saffron strands soaked in warm milk - Fried onions for garnish --- 🍽️ *Instructions:* 1. *Cook the Rice*: Rinse rice and boil with spices (clove, cardamom, cinnamon) until 90% cooked. Drain and set aside. 2. *Prepare the Masala*: - Heat oil/ghee in a pan. Sauté onions until golden brown. - Add ginger-garlic paste, cook for 1 minute. - Add tomatoes, chili powder, turmeric, salt, and cook till soft. - Add chicken (or veggies) and yogurt. Cook until done. Add garam masala, chopped mint, and coriander. 3. *Layer the Biryani*: - In a heavy-bottom pot, layer the chicken masala and cooked rice alternately. - Sprinkle saffron milk (optional) and fried onions on top. 4. *Dum (Steam Cook)*:

"I enjoyed this activity so much because cooking is my hobby" This recipe is very tasty and fill our stomach"

Surya sunil.k
Annie Besant open Ranger team velur , India

Creamy Tortellini Ingredients: Tortellini Cream Cheese Red Pasta Sauce Italian Sausage Recipe: 1. Boil tortellini for 3 minutes 2. Strain tortellini 3. Cook sausage 4. Add cream cheese and red sauce into a pot, stir until melted and pink 5. Bring sauce to a simmer, add tortellini and sausage 6. Wait until food is warm together

"I enjoy talking about food and sharing it with other people. Also, life is short. Eat dessert first. "

Ronin
Pack 117, United States

Otak-otak is a typical Indonesian food made from processed fish that is mashed, mixed with spices and flour, then wrapped in leaves and cooked by steaming or baking. This food is popular in various regions in Indonesia, especially in Sumatra and the Riau Islands.

"i learn about some other food from some country that i'v never heard about, maybe gonna try it other time"

Kenzi
PRAWIMA, Indonesia

Pindang balado, is one of the foods from Indonesia, one of the typical Padang foods, here is the recipe: 2 pieces of mika pindang fish 1 tbsp wheat flour 75 gr red curly chili 5 cloves of shallots 3 cloves of garlic 1 small tomato 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp mushroom stock A pinch of granulated sugar Sufficient oil for frying and blending the spices

"I can share and increase other people's knowledge about typical food from a country and city."

Zeima Zahran
Pangkalan SMP Negeri 22 Bandung, Indonesia

Rawon, rawon is a typical Indonesian heavy food, specifically from East Java. which is a black soup with a mixture of special spices such as bay leaves, lemongrass, kencur, turmeric, galangal, chili, garlic, pepper, kluwek, etc. Rawon is served warm with rice, complemented with short-tailed bean sprouts, salted eggs, spring onions, shrimp crackers, fried beef (empal), and chili sauce. Some other accompaniments that can also be served with rawon are processed offal. In Pasuruan, rawon is also commonly consumed with mendol (tempe croquettes) and served on banana leaves. The key to the deliciousness of rawon is also in the processed broth which comes from the meat broth used, either from meat fat, young bones, or skin.

"I enjoy talking about food, and here I can share my country's food, and I can also learn about other countries' special foods which is very interesting."

Rizqkha
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

The Bangbang Sug of the Sulu Archipelago "The Juwalan" A Tausug-inspired snack from Zamboanga, the Juwalan is simply fried bananas, it is so simple to prepare. Just matured bananas dipped in mixture of flour and water and fried. It is served with a sweet coconut dip or if you're in a hurry or just really hungry it can also go great with white sugar, its also perfect when paired with Kahawa Sug, a strong, rich coffee also from the Tausug culture. . You can serve and eat Juwalan at restaurants, weddings, celebrations and during merienda (a time in the middle of the afternoon where us Filipinos eat snacks).

"What I enjoy about this activity is that I got to spread my favorite cultural food to other scouts around the world, and I'm really happy to share it to everyone!"

Darwish
Scout , Philippines

Turon is our traditional dessert in the Philippines

"Turon is made out of banana covered with lumpia wrapper and some sugar"

Alifh
Scout, Philippines

Choi pan merupakan hidangan Tionghoa yang dikenal di beberapa daerah seperti Bangka-Belitung dan Kalimantan Barat. Choi pan merupakan istilah bahasa Hakka yang berarti "kue yang berisi sayuran". Dalam bahasa Tiochiu hidangan ini disebut chai kue yang artinya kurang lebih sama. Makan ini juga salah satu kuliner yg ada di indonesia salah satu nya di suku tionghoa .

"Bisa melihat banyak jenis² makan khas dari berbagai negara "

Revalina
Penegak , Indonesia

This food is actually densed packed with calories (i'm sure it is) 3 eggs and 2 instant noodles become a pan of "martabak mie". This simple yet quenches your hungry recipe will boost your mood along your activity that day! You may consume it with some condiments like chili sauce or mayo or any condiments you like. Despite this one have much carbo, it is suitable to be consumed with another carbo such as warm rice or any!

"I am glad to share my simple yet anti-hungry recipe to the others!"

Yuda
Pramuka Charmed, Indonesia

Madiun pecel rice is a traditional dish that is popular in East Java, especially in Madiun City. Its characteristic lies in the peanut sauce made with the addition of kaffir lime, giving it a unique aroma and taste. Madiun pecel rice is usually served with rice, various types of boiled vegetables (long beans, cassava leaves, kale, etc.), and savory, sweet, and spicy peanut sauce. Some types of vegetables that are often used include long beans, cassava leaves, kale, bean sprouts, papaya leaves, spinach, basil, and Chinese stink beans. In addition, Madiun pecel rice can also be served with side dishes such as tempeh, tofu, or eggs. Madiun pecel rice peanut sauce is made from peanuts, chilies, shallots, garlic, brown sugar, and tamarind, with the addition of kaffir lime to give it a distinctive aroma. This peanut sauce has a unique taste, namely savory, sweet, and spicy just right.

"I am happy to be able to introduce traditional food from my area to foreign countries and also participate in this Jota Joti activity."

ricci
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scount Council, Indonesia

Pork Adobo with egg is a Filipino dish where pork is cooked in soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and spices. Sometimes, a hard-boiled eggs are added, soaking up the tasty sauce and making the dish extra flavorful. It's a delicious and comforting meal, best enjoyed with rice.

"I enjoyed the main cooking part and picking some of the ingredients from our stocks but the most enjoyable part is knowing that I am able to share a simple recipe that many will enjoy."

Angelica
Senior Scouts/Boy Scouts of the Philippines , Philippines

Sempolet is one of the typical Malay dishes of Riau. The ingredients to make this dish are sago, ferns, kale, shallots, garlic, shrimp, salt, cooking oil and water. The way to process this dish is quite easy, namely by mashing shallots, garlic and chili peppers then sautéing with shrimp, adding water, then add ferns, kale and sago which have previously been soaked in hot water, wait until boiling and serve.

"It's nice to know the culture of each scout, and their favorite food/snacks, I'm sending this recipe because it's my favorite food. I hope everyone can have a taste of this delicious food.""

Nazir
GERAKAN PRAMUKA , Indonesia

Nasi pecel is a typical Javanese Indonesian rice dish served with pecel. Pecel in nasi pecel is usually made from kale, long beans, cassava leaves, papaya leaves.

"How to make it is easy and simple, everyone can definitely make it, pecel rice is my favorite food "

Aan
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

I once made poor man's carbonara, it was burnt

"Sharing my experience with scouts around the world "

Egoy Boom
BSP, Philippines

Recipe for making Chicken Feet Soup Ingredients: Chicken feet, remove the nails and wash them clean - 500 grams Garlic, crushed then fried - 3 cloves Carrots, sliced ​​into rounds - 2 pieces Potatoes, diced - 1 piece Tomatoes, cut into pieces - 1 piece Scallions, knotted - 1 stick Celery, knotted - 1 stick Ginger, crushed - 3 cm Salt - 1 tsp Sugar - 1 tsp Pepper powder - 1/2 tsp Nutmeg powder - 1/2 tsp Water - 1 liter Oil, for sauteing - to taste Cooking steps: 1. In a saucepan, boil water until boiling. 2. Heat a little oil. Saute the garlic until fragrant. Add the stir-fry to the boiling water. 3. Add the feet, spring onions, celery leaves, and ginger. Cook over low heat until the feet are tender and cooked. 4. Add carrots, potatoes, and tomatoes. Season with salt, sugar, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir well and cook until the vegetables are cooked. Correct the taste. Remove. 5. Ready to serve.

"I really enjoyed the process of cooking, with a little help form recipes from social media, i was finally able to complete this challenge. Happy dinner everyone"

Rona Nur Amanda
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council , Indonesia

*Bakso Recipe (Meatballs)* *Ingredients:* - Ground Beef - 500 grams (use beef with a bit of fat for chewier meatballs) - Tapioca Flour - 150 grams - Garlic - 4 cloves, minced - Shallots - 2 cloves, minced - Ice Cubes - 100 grams (shredded or crushed) - Chicken Bouillon Powder - 1 tsp - Salt - 1 tsp - Black Pepper Powder - ½ tsp - Baking Soda - ½ tsp (for chewy texture) - Water - as needed *Instructions:* 1. *Prepare Ingredients:* Wash the beef and grind it finely using a food processor or meat grinder. If you don't have one, use pre-ground beef from the market. 2. *Make Meatball Dough:* Combine ground beef, minced garlic, and shallots in a large bowl. Add chicken bouillon powder, salt, black pepper, and baking soda. Gradually add shredded ice and tapioca flour, mixing well. Use your hands or a wooden spoon to mix. 3. *Test Texture:* Take a small amount of dough, shape into a ball, and drop it into boiling water. If it floats and feels chewy, the dough is ready. If too soft, add more tapioca flour. 4. *Shape Meatballs:* Take a small amount of dough and shape into balls using your hands or two spoons. Place the meatballs on a tray or plate dusted with flour to prevent sticking. 5. *Cook Meatballs:* Boil water in a large pot, add salt and oil to prevent sticking. Once boiling, add the meatballs one by one. Cook over medium heat until they float and are cooked through (about 10-15 minutes). Remove and drain. 6. *Serve:* Serve the meatballs with broth, noodles, rice vermicelli, or vegetables. Add chili sauce and sweet soy sauce for extra flavor. Enjoy making your own delicious and chewy bakso!

"I really enjoy it because it's my favorite food, and every time I celebrate Eid al-Adha at home I always make meatballs to eat with my family."

Shifa
AMSAGRA, Indonesia

This is homemade potato gnocchi, a pasta dish made by baking potatoes, scooping the flesh out of the skins, mixing it with other ingredients to make a dough, shaping into small bite-sized pieces, boiling and serving with a tomato sauce.

"I enjoyed making this dish, because it is so satisfying serving a completely homecooked meal with your family."

Hunter
Doubtless Bay Sea Scouts, New Zealand

Pecel rice is a typical food of Madiun, East Java. This food consists of rice, white bean sauce, fried tempeh, stir-fried tempeh, and vegetables. And it tastes very good and is suitable to eat in the morning.

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Jhohananandarefianto2
Pandega, Indonesia

Saudi coffee and dates are among the most important and well-known symbols of my country. They are traditionally offered to guests as a sign of hospitality.

"I enjoyed preparing for the activity. "

Norah Alrokayan
King Saud University , Saudi Arabia

Take wooden dowel and coat cooking end with oil. Wrap crescent roll around top and about 4" down dowel. Make sure it's not too thick and doesn't have any holes. Cook over hot coals until golden brown, not doughy. Remove from dowel and put your favorite flavor of pudding inside. Frost top and add whip cream. • Refrigerated crescent rolls • Snack pack pudding (we used vanilla, chocolate, and chocolate caramel) • Chocolate frosting • Spray whip cream • 5/8" wooden dowels

"It's fun to cook the bread over a hot fire, then construct the eclair with pudding and chocolate. Delicious!"

John
Crew 440, United States

Nasi jotos Ingredients 50 grams of dried shrimp/ papaya shrimp, fry until dry, set aside 3 tamarind eyes Ebi chili sauce: 15 red cayenne peppers 4 cloves of shallots 3 cloves of garlic 2 tomatoes A pinch of salt and granulated sugar Complementary ingredients for jotos rice: White rice wrapped in leaves Stir-fried tempeh Wet Stir-fried Tempeh Spicy stir-fried long beans Omelette Spicy fried noodles Stir-fry the shrimp sambal ingredients, tamarind until the sambal is fragrant, add salt and sugar to taste. Correct the taste. Remove and cool the fried sambal When the sambal is cold, add the fried shrimp, stir evenly. Arrange the jotos rice, consisting of a ball of rice, shrimp sambal, fried noodles, omelet, spicy stir-fried long beans and stir-fried tempeh, then wrap it neatly. Ready to serve.

"I am very happy with this activity because we might also be able to make food from other areas."

FREDYNO CAHAYA PUTRA
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

Pecel rice can be considered a healthy menu that is safe for you to consume. In fact, in reasonable portions, this healthy menu is safe for gout sufferers to consume. How to Make Pecel Rice For pecel sauce, mash the ready-to-eat pecel sauce with hot water. Add sweet soy sauce, stir, then set aside. Boil water, boil vegetables separately, starting with bean sprouts, spinach, kale, and long beans. Once done, drain and set aside. Prepare rice on a serving plate, if necessary, line it with banana leaves first (according to taste). Pour pecel sauce on top and add a little lime juice (according to taste). Serve with accompaniments.

"Pecel rice is my favorite food, it can be eaten anytime and the price is affordable. If you want to make it yourself, it will also save money and can make a lot of pecel rice for one family or all scouts "

Galuh
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

it is a banana heated a little bit, coated with margarine and sugars.

"That I get to know some people's favorite dishes/snack all around the world."

dan
Boy scout of the philipphines, Philippines

Ingredientes: Tomatoe Egg Onion Capsicum Cut the ingredients un little pieces, put together on a pot, mix with oil , then put the mix on a plate

"Learning to say some words in english and sharing with other scouts "

Aarón
Pléyades 7 , Venezuela

Ingredients: Protein: Pork belly, pork ribs, fish, or shrimp Aromatics: Onions, garlic, tomatoes Sourness: Tamarind paste or tamarind fruits, or Knorr Sinigang mix Seasoning: Fish sauce, salt, pepper Vegetables: Taro (gabi), radish, string beans, okra, spinach, kangkong (water spinach), and/or eggplant Other: Water, oil, and optional chilies

"This activity helps me to understand and make other dishes from different country and it makes me interested to eat or taste them"

GIDEON
CSB, Philippines

my all-time favourite recipe – Veggie Maggi Masala. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for camp cooking! Ingredients: 1 packet of Maggi noodles 1 cup chopped vegetables (carrot, capsicum, peas, onion) 1 tsp oil 1½ cups water Maggi tastemaker masala Recipe: Heat oil in a pan and sauté the vegetables for 2-3 minutes. Add water and bring it to a boil. Add the noodles and the tastemaker masala. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until the noodles are soft and water is mostly absorbed. Serve hot! A little about what I have shared: I often make this recipe during camping trips with fellow Scouts. It’s fun, filling, and everyone loves the mix of spices with fresh veggies!

"I enjoyed preparing the dish and revisiting memories of camp cooking with my Scout group. Sharing this with others also made me feel proud of a skill that brings joy to my team."

RAHUL DALAL
HARYANA WARRIORS OPEN GROUP, India

Maggi Masala It’s quick, easy, and perfect for camp cooking! Ingredients: 1 packet of Maggi noodles 1 cup chopped vegetables (carrot, capsicum, peas, onion) 1 tsp oil 1½ cups water Maggi tastemaker masala Recipe: Heat oil in a pan and sauté the vegetables for 2-3 minutes. Add water and bring it to a boil. Add the noodles and the tastemaker masala. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until the noodles are soft and water is mostly absorbed. Serve hot! A little about what I have shared: I often make this recipe during camping trips with fellow Scouts.

"I enjoyed preparing the dish and revisiting memories of camp cooking with my Scout group."

Emdadul haque
Uttar Kafrul high school sea scout group , Bangladesh

A really famous recipe here in Mexico 🇲🇽 is called "sopes" it's a really simple recipe that consists in tortilla dough a bit thicker than normal, beans, chicken and maybe some lettuce or tomato and cream and cheese

"I really liked explaining the recipe, I would like people from other countries to try and make it :))) "

Jessica
Naucalpan 88, Mexico

This is called Hangi. It is a delicious meal that gets cooked underground.

"I enjoyed making the Hangi and eating it as well as learning more about my culture."

Paige.palatchie@gmail.com
DOUBTLESS bay, New Zealand

This is seafood chowder, its a very popular dish in New Zealand, it is a creamy soup based dish filled with lots of seafood like prawns, shrimp, pipes, tuatua, paua, and any other seafood you would like to put in. It is typically served with fried bread as a side.

"I liked seeing everyone else's food recapies,"

Jade
Doubtless Bay, New Zealand

Pecel rice is a traditional Javanese food, especially popular in East Java and Central Java. This dish consists of white rice served with various boiled vegetables (such as spinach, long beans, bean sprouts, cabbage) which are doused with a sweet and spicy peanut sauce, known as sambal pecel. and these are the ingredients of pecel rice Pecel Rice Ingredients: White rice to taste Boiled vegetables Long beans Bean sprouts Spinach Basil leaves (optional) Cabbage Peanut rempeyek or crackers Fried tempeh or fried tofu Pecel Sambal Ingredients: 200 grams of peanuts (fried) 5-6 cayenne peppers (adjust to taste) 3 cloves of garlic 2 lime leaves 2 tablespoons brown sugar (finely combed) 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon tamarind water

"I can find out many typical foods from other countries"

Tabita
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

Saute 100gr long beans, 100gr fried chicken, 70gr tempeh, 200gr rice

"The combination of protein and also sufficient fiber and carbohydrates "

Yudha Farel Adinar
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

Ingredients: 2 Plates of rice 2 eggs enough sweet soy sauce 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp mushroom stock Fine spices: 5 cloves of shallots 2 cloves of garlic 5 curly red chilies How to make: 1. Wash the spices and then grind them, prepare the rice that has been cooled to room temperature. 2. Crack 2 eggs, add a pinch of salt, beat until smooth. Heat a frying pan and scramble. 3. After the eggs are half cooked, add the fine spices, saute until fragrant. Add the rice, stir well 4. Add sweet soy sauce, mushroom stock, adjust the taste. Increase the heat and saute briefly. Then turn off and ready to serve

"I am very happy with this activity because I really like cooking. Cooking can be a relaxing activity, a way to explore creativity, and also a way to save money. In addition, cooking can also be a way to make healthy food that is tailored to your taste and body needs, and provides satisfaction when you see the end result."

Naswa Aura Shifa Putri Divanti
SMA NEGERI 1 MEJAYAN, Indonesia

Beef egg fried rice recipe is rice, garlic and shallots, pepper, salt, sugar, chili, egg mash all ingredients then fry with rice then mix evenly then fry the egg

"What I enjoy is that I know the recipes for the favorite foods of scouts from various countries."

mido
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

Good morning to all scouts out there Today, I'm going to introduce u to the Filipino food culture called Lumpia, Lumpia are made of thin paper-like or crêpe- like pastry skin called "lumpia wrapper" enveloping savory or sweet fillings. It is often served as an appetizer or snack, and might be served deep-fried or fresh It's a delicious food! I hope you will like it Scout's! Ingredients: - Ground meat (pork, chicken, or tofu) - Onion, garlic - Carrots, green onions - Soy sauce, oyster sauce (optional) - Pepper, salt, sesame oil (optional) - Lumpia wrappers - Cooking oil - Sweet chili sauce, vinegar - Cucumbers, carrots (for serving) Instructions: 1. Mix meat, veggies, and seasonings. 2. Cook the mixture until browned. Cool. 3. Put filling in lumpia wrappers. Roll tightly. 4. Fry until golden brown and crispy. 5. Serve with sauce and veggies.

"I really enjoyed the creative process of information about Lumpia in my Home place. The core information into a recipe, cultural introduction for Scouts. The concise description was a satisfying challenge."

Rotsen Emmanuel Paman
Rover Scout , Philippines

I think you guys will like this chili sauce!! ingredients: 250 grams of peanuts 3 cloves of garlic 2 shallots 7 cayenne peppers 3 lime leaves Salt and brown sugar, to taste 2 pieces of galangal spice how to make: Fry the peanuts until cooked and crispy. Drain and set aside for a while. Fry the garlic, shallots and chilies. Grind the peanuts with the fried spices. Add salt, sugar

"can recognize food from other people's regions"

Karina
Brawijaya , Indonesia

Panzerotti! Panzerotti are small, crescent-shaped stuffed pastries from southern Italy, usually filled with tomato and mozzarella. They are deep-fried, giving them a crispy outside and gooey inside. Basic recipe: Ingredients: 500g flour 7g dry yeast 300ml warm water 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp sugar, 1 tsp salt 250g mozzarella, 200g tomato Oil for frying Steps: 1. Mix water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit 10 min. 2. Combine flour, salt, yeast mix, and oil. Knead into dough. Let rise 2 hrs. 3. Roll dough, cut circles, add filling, fold, and seal. 4. Fry at 180°C until golden. Drain and serve hot.

"we wanted to share our favourite dish with the other Scouts all around the world and then discover their typical food "

Sq. Volpi
Ginosa 2, Italy

simple fried rice recipe *Ingredients:* - 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old rice) - 1 tablespoon oil (vegetable or peanut oil) - 1 small onion, diced - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., peas, carrots, corn) - 2 eggs, beaten - 1 teaspoon soy sauce - Salt and pepper to taste - Optional: cooked chicken, shrimp, or other protein *Instructions:* 1. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. 2. Add diced onion and cook until translucent. 3. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. 4. Add mixed vegetables and cook until tender. 5. Push vegetables aside and add beaten eggs. Scramble eggs until cooked. 6. Mix eggs with vegetables. 7. Add cooked rice, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir-fry until combined. 8. Add optional protein (if using) and stir-fry for another minute. 9. Serve hot and enjoy! *Tips:* - Use day-old rice to prevent mushiness. - Customize with your favorite vegetables or protein. - Adjust soy sauce and seasoning to taste.

"Iam so happy to share the food.more peoples are crying for no food in life then share food our simile is so happy in my life"

VINAYA M S
409TH ANNIE BESANT OPEN RANGER TEAM VELUR , India

Ingredients: 2 plates of white rice (preferably leftover rice from last night so it doesn't get mushy) 2 eggs 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped 3 shallots, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional) Salt and pepper to taste Cooking oil to taste Saute Seasoning Heat a little oil, saute shallots and garlic until fragrant and slightly brown. Add Eggs Slide the seasoning to the edge of the pan, add eggs, scramble until cooked. Add Filling Add sausages, meatballs, shredded chicken, or other additional ingredients. Stir until cooked. Add Rice Add white rice, stir until rice is mixed with spices and filling. Seasoning Add sweet soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir continuously until the spices are evenly distributed and the rice is slightly dry. Finishing Add sliced ​​spring onions, stir briefly. Adjust the taste. Serve Serve the fried rice with accompaniments such as fried eggs, crackers, and pickles.

"Fried rice is a delicious food and my mainstay menu, it is very easy to make, easy to find the ingredients and it tastes very good. "

Dinda Aegis Mulya
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

Special Fried Rice Recipe Ingredients: 2 plates of white rice (cold is better) 2 eggs 3 cloves of garlic (finely chopped) 2 shallots (thinly sliced) 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional) Salt and pepper to taste 1 stalk of spring onion (sliced) 3 tablespoons oil for sauteing Additional: sliced chicken, sausage, or shrimp according to taste Steps: 1. Heat oil in a frying pan, saute shallots and garlic until fragrant. 2. Add eggs, scramble until cooked. 3. Add chicken/sausage/shrimp pieces if used, saute until cooked. 4. Add rice, stir well. 5. Add sweet soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir well until all the spices are absorbed and the rice is slightly dry. 6. Finally, add spring onions, stir briefly. 7. Remove and serve warm. You can add fried eggs, pickles, or crackers.

"my favorite food"

Putri
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

Spice Marinade (Bumbu Ungkep) * 5 cloves of garlic * 1 tsp ground coriander * 1 candlenut * 2 cm turmeric * 1 stalk lemongrass * A small piece of galangal * A bit of tamarind * Salt and sugar to taste Sambal Ingredients: * 2 red chilies * 5 bird’s eye chilies * 1/2 red tomato * 2 cloves of garlic * 3 shallots * Salt, sugar, and seasoning to taste Instructions: 1. Prepare all ingredients.*Cut the chicken into desired portions (I cut it into 6 pieces). Wash the chicken thoroughly. Also, prepare the ingredients for the sambal. 2. Grind the spice marinade ingredients, except for the lemongrass, tamarind, and galangal. 3. Boil about 500 ml of waterand add the chicken along with the ground spices. Add the crushed lemongrass, galangal, and tamarind. Don’t forget to season with salt and sugar. Cook the chicken for about 15–20 minutes until fully cooked and the liquid reduces slightly. 4. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the broth and fry until golden brown. 5. For the sambal, sauté all the sambal ingredients until slightly cooked. 6. Grind the sautéed sambal ingredients, then add salt, sugar, and seasoning to taste. Adjust the flavor as needed. 7. Sauté the ground sambal againuntil fully cooked. Transfer it to a serving dish. sambal penyet ready to be served with the fried chicken.

"i think cooking is Very fun, because i can eat something the way that i want it, and i can save so much money with cooking."

Shafiqh Ahsani Nayaka
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

Brem is a traditional food from Madiun, East Java, Indonesia. Brem is a type of fermented food made from glutinous rice that is fermented with yeast. The fermentation process gives Brem a sweet and slightly sour taste, and it also has good nutritional value for health. Brem can be enjoyed as a snack or used as an ingredient in various dishes. Brem has a soft texture and a unique taste, making it a favorite among the people of Madiun and its surroundings. Ingredients and steps to make Brem: Ingredients: 1. White or black glutinous rice 2. Yeast for fermentation 3. Water 4. Banana leaves or plastic for wrapping Steps: 1. Wash the glutinous rice thoroughly, then soak it for several hours. 2. Steam the glutinous rice until it's cooked. 3. Let the steamed glutinous rice cool down. 4. Sprinkle the yeast on the cooled glutinous rice. 5. Mix the glutinous rice and yeast evenly. 6. Fermentation: Wrap the glutinous rice with banana leaves or plastic, and let it ferment for several days (usually 2-3 days). 7. After fermentation, Brem is ready to be served.

"I'm glad I can learn about foreign food"

Vika
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

Pastil is a Filipino pastry from Mindanao, similar to an empanada, filled with bihon (stir-fried rice noodles) and vegetables, then fried or baked until golden.

" What I enjoyed the most about this activity was sharing something delicious with my fellow Scouts. "

Reem H. Cuizon
Senior Scout, Philippines

This is Lontong kupang, a typical East Javanese food, especially popular in Surabaya and Sidoarjo. This food consists of lontong doused with kupang (small clam) sauce, as well as petis, chili sauce, and lime juice.

"I enjoy this activity, because I can learn about typical foods from various regions and maybe one day I can try these foods. "

Kadek Wisnu Chandra
Gerakan pramuka, Indonesia

This is Malaysia's traditional food called Nasi Lemak. We have sambal paste, enchovies,boiled eggs, cucumber, nuts, rice cooked with coconut milk and fried chicken.

"The fun part is to put all the side dish into the main dish. "

Vivegan
Persekutuan Pengakap Malaysia, Malaysia

Biriyani recipe 🌾 *Ingredients:* For Rice: - 2 cups Basmati rice - 4 cups water - 2–3 cloves - 2 cardamom pods - 1 small cinnamon stick - Salt to taste For Biryani Masala: - 500g chicken (or vegetables for veg biryani) - 1 cup yogurt - 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste - 2 onions, sliced - 2 tomatoes, chopped - 1 tsp red chili powder - ½ tsp turmeric - 1 tsp garam masala - Salt to taste - Fresh coriander & mint leaves - 2–3 tbsp oil or ghee Optional: - Saffron strands soaked in warm milk - Fried onions for garnish --- 🍽️ *Instructions:* 1. *Cook the Rice*: Rinse rice and boil with spices (clove, cardamom, cinnamon) until 90% cooked. Drain and set aside. 2. *Prepare the Masala*: - Heat oil/ghee in a pan. Sauté onions until golden brown. - Add ginger-garlic paste, cook for 1 minute. - Add tomatoes, chili powder, turmeric, salt, and cook till soft. - Add chicken (or veggies) and yogurt. Cook until done. Add garam masala, chopped mint, and coriander. 3. *Layer the Biryani*: - In a heavy-bottom pot, layer the chicken masala and cooked rice alternately. - Sprinkle saffron milk (optional) and fried onions on top. 4. *Dum (Steam Cook)*:

"sharing my recipe's because its so fun to share your recipe to your fellow scout so they can try it too and enjoy it i enjoy every activity i did but sharing my recipe would be the most memorable than anything""

Devamritha
Ranger, India

Indonesian chicken noodles are my favorite food. The ingredients are quite simple, including noodles, vegetables, soy sauce chicken and other spices.

"The activity is very useful, because you can learn about typical foods from various countries."

Akbar Hikmana Syahri
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

Sinigang - Sinigang is one of my favorite filipino dish. Sinigang is a Sour Soup Stew, it can be cooked with chicke, beef, fish, and even shrimp. Sinigang can be a bit sour and has a very savory broth!

"I liked the part where I can show and talk about a specific food I like! "

Gilynna
Boy Scout of the Philippines - Bulacan Council , Philippines

These are mochi bites made from rice flour, dipped in crushed Oreos and sweet milk sauce. They are very delicious and chewy.

"I enjoy this activity because I love cooking, especially sweet foods, and of course, I enjoy eating them even more once they’re ready. "

Risma Putri Dwi Handayani
SMA NEGERI 1 MEJAYAN, Indonesia

Rendang is a fried meat or dry curry made of meat stewed in coconut milk and spices, widely popular across Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and the Philippines, where each version is considered local cuisine. It refers to both a cooking method of frying and the dish cooked in that way.

"It's fun to learn about some foods from other countries with my Scout friends. "

Dhirghaam
no, Indonesia

Kacchi Biryani is one of Bangladesh’s most iconic and luxurious traditional dishes, especially served during weddings, Eid, and celebrations. Its rich aroma, tender meat, and layered flavors make it unforgettable.

"Kacchi Biryani is a traditional Bangladeshi dish made by slow-cooking marinated mutton, fragrant rice, and potatoes together with spices for a rich, aromatic meal."

Tamim
862th South Point School And College Scout Group , Bangladesh

Botok belut is a traditional Indonesian dish that uses eel as the main ingredient. The eel is seasoned with spices such as candlenuts, shallots, garlic, chilies, and sometimes tomatoes are added for a fresh taste. These spices are then wrapped in banana leaves and steamed until cooked. Botok belut does not use grated coconut like botok in general.

"I really like this activity if it is about culinary which makes me want to try it, it must be very delicious"

Bayu
SMAN 1 MEJAYAN , Indonesia

Es Dawet is a traditional Indonesian iced dessert drink made with cendol (green rice flour jelly), coconut milk, and palm sugar syrup. Here's a simple recipe. Ingredients; For the Cendol (Green Jelly): 100 g rice flour 25 g mung bean starch or cornstarch (optional, for better texture) 500 ml pandan juice (blend pandan leaves with water, then strain) 1/2 tsp salt Green food coloring (optional, if pandan juice isn't vibrant enough) Ice water (for setting the cendol) For the Palm Sugar Syrup: 200 g palm sugar (gula jawa), chopped 100 ml water 1–2 pandan leaves (optional) Pinch of salt For the Coconut Milk: 500 ml coconut milk 1/2 tsp salt 1–2 pandan leaves (optional)

"i enjoy when i drink the ice dawet"

Intifada Destu Raya
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Countil, Indonesia

Rendang is a typical West Sumatran food made from beef.

"I am happy to participate in this activity because I can learn about food from other countries."

Barkha
No, Indonesia