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Kue leker

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Kue leker
Two kue lekers being served
Alternative namesLekker
TypePancake
Place of originIndonesia
Region or stateSurakarta, Central Java, Indonesia
Serving temperatureWarm or room temperature
Main ingredientsWheat flour, milk, eggs

Kue leker is a type of crêpe from Indonesia, made with wheat flour, eggs, milk and sugar.[1]

Ingredients and cooking method

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Kue leker is often is served with various fillings and toppings, such as banana, sugar, condensed milk, cheese, and chocolate sprinkles.[1]Kue leker is typically folded in half prior to serving. Kue leker has a thin and crispy texture, similar to that of a crêpe.

Origin

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Kue leker being prepared.

The name "Leker" comes from the Dutch word Lekker, meaning "tasty". It is believed that kue keker originated from Solo (Surakarta) during the Dutch colonial period.[2]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b "Kue Leker Isi Pisang Coklat". blueband.co.id (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2020-06-09.
  2. ^ Sathya, Adhie (2018-01-09). "Sejarah Kue Leker, Jajanan Renyah yang Melegenda" (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2019-08-12.