Vegan in Indonesia: The Ultimate Guide to Java, Bali and Lombok (2025)

Introduction to Being Vegan in Indonesia

We were incredibly lucky to spend almost two months in Indonesia, traveling extensively through Java, Bali and Lombok, with a short stop in Sumatra. We were absolutely blown away, not only by the breathtaking natural beauty of the islands, but also by the warmth and kindness of the local people. Almost everyone we met was welcoming, friendly and smiling.

This friendliness was something we noticed every time we sat down to eat. Whether we were asking about ingredients or requesting small changes to a dish, the response was always the same: “Of course,” “No problem.” Everything felt uncomplicated, doable and handled with genuine openness.

In this guide, we’ll explore typical Indonesian dishes that are naturally vegan or can be easily adapted. We’ll also highlight a few common ingredients to watch out for, share some basic Indonesian words that can help you navigate meals and offer a selection of our favorite vegan-friendly restaurants across Java, Bali and Lombok.

Have fun, and happy eating!

Traditional Indonesian Dishes

Good news first: we’ve found Indonesia to be very vegan-friendly. Tofu and tempeh are widely used in local dishes and are much more affordable than in Western countries. Dairy milk is not commonly used and is often replaced by coconut milk. While eggs are frequently included in rice or noodle dishes, it was never a problem to have them left out. When meat was part of a dish, we could almost always substitute it with tofu or tempeh. And we’ve already mentioned the incredible friendliness of the Indonesian people, but it’s worth saying again: this made navigating menus even easier. People were always happy to answer questions and never seemed annoyed when we asked for modifications, which is a huge relief and makes eating out as a vegan so much more fun.

Here are some vegan-friendly dishes that can be found almost everywhere across Indonesia:

Savory Indonesian Vegan Dishes

• Nasi Goreng (Fried Rice): Indonesia’s most famous dish! Nasi Goreng is typically made with rice stir-fried in a sweet soy sauce (kecap manis), vegetables, egg, and sometimes (but very rarely) meat. Just ask for a version without egg, and you’ll get a fully vegan plate. Tempeh or tofu can usually be added without a problem.

• Mie Goreng (Fried Noodles): Similar to Nasi Goreng but with noodles instead of rice. Again, ask for it without egg.

• Gado-Gado: A warm salad of steamed vegetables, tofu, tempeh, and sometimes egg (again, which can easily be left out), all topped with a rich peanut sauce. It’s super delicious! However, be cautious: peanut sauce sometimes contains shrimp paste (terasi) or fish sauce. Always double-check with the kitchen to ensure it’s vegan.
  
• Sayur Kare: A coconut milk-based vegetable curry, typically filled with green beans, carrots, and other veggies. Tofu or tempeh is often available as an addition. A hearty, flavorful option.

• Nasi Campur (Mixed Rice): A versatile dish consisting of a scoop of rice served with a variety of side dishes—these can include vegetables, tempeh, tofu, sambal, and sometimes curry or stir-fried greens. While traditional versions often include meat or egg, many local warungs (small eateries) and buffet-style places allow you to build your own plate. It’s one of the easiest ways to enjoy a fully vegan Indonesian meal: just point to the plant-based options and skip the animal-based ones. Perfect for trying a bit of everything!

• Cap Cay: A mixed vegetable stir-fry with Chinese influence. It’s easy to find a version without meat, and it’s often cooked in a light, garlicky sauce. Just make sure no oyster or fish sauce is added.

• Tempeh or Tahu Goreng: Tempeh and tofu are both staples in Indonesian cooking. They’re often simply deep-fried and served with rice, sambal and veggies. A super satisfying, protein-rich meal!

• Urap: A traditional Javanese dish made of steamed vegetables mixed with spiced grated coconut. Naturally vegan and incredibly flavourful.

• Ketoprak: A traditional Jakarta street food made with rice vermicelli, tofu, bean sprouts, and rice cakes (lontong), all topped with a rich peanut sauce and fried shallots. It’s often naturally vegan, but—as always—double-check that the peanut sauce doesn’t contain shrimp paste or fish sauce. It’s filling, flavorful, and widely available, especially from street vendors.

Sweet Indonesian Vegan Dishes

• Pisang Goreng (Banana Fritters): A popular snack made by deep-frying bananas in a light batter. These are usually vegan, but it’s worth confirming that no egg or dairy is used in the batter. Sweet, crispy, and addictive!
  
• Banana Pancakes: A popular breakfast dish, especially common in tourist areas and often found on the menus of guesthouses and hotels. While it can contain egg or milk, we were pleasantly surprised by how often we came across vegan-friendly versions. So if you see it on the menu, it’s definitely worth asking, sometimes you might just get lucky!
  
• Dadar Gulung (Coconut Pancake Roll): A traditional Indonesian dessert made from a thin, green pandan-flavored pancake filled with sweet grated coconut and palm sugar. It is often found in warungs, especially across Java and Bali. While the filling is typically vegan, the pancake batter can include egg or milk. We often came across vegan versions though, and it’s so delicious that it’s always worth asking!

• Bubur Kampung (“Village porridge”): A traditional, simple rice porridge commonly found in Indonesian villages. Made by slow-cooking rice with water until creamy and smooth, it can be served plain, savory or sweet. The savory version contains local vegetables, tempeh, or tofu, while the sweet version (often served for breakfast) comes with fruits and sometimes honey.
  
• Klepon: Glutinous rice balls filled with palm sugar and rolled in coconut. Often vegan.
  
• Kue Akar Kelapa: Made from rice flour, coconut milk, sugar and sometimes sesame seeds or palm sugar. It’s crispy and crunchy and often found in markets in Indonesia.

A Note on Breakfast in Indonesia

As travellers from Europe, one of the biggest adaptations for us was probably the breakfast. In most places in Indonesia, breakfast is savoury and hearty, and very often rice-based (for example, Nasi Goreng). We never had trouble finding vegan options, such as Nasi Goreng with tofu. That being said, especially accommodations in Bali often served more Western-style breakfast options, such as toast with egg, omelettes or pancakes (containing egg and/or dairy). Ironically, in these places, we often found it more difficult to find vegan breakfast options compared to less touristy regions in Java or Lombok. When we stayed in accommodations with a kitchen and were lucky enough to find plant-based milk, we also liked to make our own oatmeal with fruits and peanut butter from time to time.

A Note on Snacks in Indonesia

If you’ve seen other articles on this page, you know how serious we take our snacks, especially for day trips or hiking 😉 In Indonesia, bread is of course not as common as in Europe, and many packaged loaves contain milk or other animal-derived ingredients. However, when we did manage to find bread or wraps, we liked to create some tasty and satisfying take-away meals, for example by adding tempeh from the market (if we had a pan to fry it!) and whether veggies we could get our hands on. And when all else fails, oreos were available almost everyhwere in Indonesia and saved us from food cravings many times. For a more healthy go-to snacks, fresh fruit is always an option of course – especially bananas, who come in many varieties and sizes across Indonesia (pro tip if you want something more filling: pair your banana with a generous amount of peanut butter 😉 )

Different Eateries in Indonesia

Indonesia has a wide range of places to eat. During our first time on the island, we were surprised to see how food is literally everywhere. Most of the food culture actually happens outside on the street: people stop at street food stalls to grab a quick snack and have a chat, or meet up at warungs.

• Street Food Stalls: People often stop at street food stalls to grab a quick snack, have a chat, or meet up with friends. These stalls offer a lively atmosphere where you can watch vendors prepare dishes right in front of you. A popular category of street snacks is gorengan, which means “fried things” and includes an assortment of fried treats like vegetable fritters (bakwan), tofu pockets (tahu isi), corn fritters (perkedel jagung), or tempeh (Kering Tempe). The batter is typically vegan, but can also contain egg, so it’s always better to ask.

• Warungs: Warung refers to “small eatery”. These simple, open-air eateries serve as community hubs where locals gather to enjoy cheap, home-cooked meals. If you’re traveling on a budget or want to eat true local food, warungs are your best friend. These small, family-run eateries are one of our favorite places to eat – they’re found everywhere through the country and serve authentic Indonesian meals at incredibly affordable prices. While they’re rarely labeled as vegan, many warungs actually offer naturally plant-based dishes. Some common vegan-friendly choices include tempeh goreng (fried tempeh), tahu bacem (sweet-spiced tofu), sayur kare or lodeh (vegetable coconut curry), stir-fried greens like kangkung, and urap, a flavorful mix of vegetables with grated seasoned coconut. Sambal, the local chili paste, is often vegan too, just ask if it contains shrimp paste to be sure. In general, a bowl of rice with veggies and tempeh or tofu if always a reliable and safe vegan option. Instead of using the word vegan, we usually ask if the dish is “without meat, egg, fish or milk”. Most people are very kind and happy to help. And if there’s a language barrier, don’t worry! Most of the time, you’ll quickly have 1 or 2 locals around that love to assist with translation 🙂
  
• Traditional Markets (Pasar): Markets are a good spot to find fresh fruits, tempeh, tofu, and sometimes vegan street snacks.Some have food courts or sections where you can buy prepared dishes. Tip: If you’re looking for something specific at a market and don’t see it, don’t hesitate to ask a vendor. Indonesians are extremely helpful (we feel like we mention this in every blog post haha) and will usually be happy to point you in the right direction. We even had a street seller once accompany us across a busy road to another market five minutes away just so we could find tempeh.
  
• Street food: Buying from street food vendors is one of our personal favorites, since it’s such a great way to connect with locals and taste authentic food. It can be a bit tricky at times because of language barriers, but often there are friendly people around who are happy to help translate. Our go-to strategy is simply pointing at dishes we like and asking whether they contain meat, fish, egg, or milk. Luckily, many Indonesian ingredients are naturally vegan-friendly, so finding something tasty is usually not a problem.

• Tourist-Focused Restaurants: Found mostly in popular tourist areas, these restaurants offer a mix of local and international dishes. They often have vegetarian and vegan options clearly marked on the menu, catering to a variety of dietary preferences.
  
• Vegan/Vegetarian Restaurants: In larger cities and tourist hotspots, you’ll find dedicated vegan or vegetarian cafés serving creative plant-based dishes, often inspired by Indonesian flavors fused with global cuisine. We present our favorite vegan restaurants just below.

Our Favorite Vegan Restaurants in Indonesia

Vegan in Java

Java was our first destination in Indonesia and our first glimpse into the (vegan) Indonesian food scene. And what can we say, boy, were we impressed! Not only was it easy to find vegan dishes, but everything was also super tasty. We were especially thrilled by how affordable and easily available tempeh dishes were 😀

Jakarta

• Burgreens: Vegan restaurant chain with several locations in Java, serving burgers and Indonesian dishes. We had the burgers as a take-away on our first night in Jakarta and loved them! Next to the restaurant located in Menteng, there was also a small shop selling food and vegan toiletries. A big recommendation!

• Fortunate Coffee: Vegan bakery and coffee chain with multiple locations across Jakarta.

Yogyakarta

• Simple Plant Vegan Kitchen & Artspace: This place is a true hidden gem! Tucked away off the beaten path, you’ll walk through a small forest trail to reach it – which already feels like a refreshing escape from the busy city. Beyond the cozy restaurant, there’s also a small shop that helps raise money for animal charities. And the best part: you’ll share the space with cats, chickens and even a pig 🙂
  

• LN Fortunate Coffee: Franchise originally from Taiwan that operates across Southeast Asia. The place in Yogyakarta has a big menu with lots of tasty options.

• Padang Vegan Damai: A small Indonesian food stall tucked away in Malioboro Mall, Padang Vegan Damai offrs delicious and super affordable vegan dishes. It’s a bit tricky to find: it’s located on the third floor of the mall, accessible through the Novotel parking entrance. Definitely worth the search if you’re looking for authentic local flavors on a budget!
  
• Loving Hut Espress: Personally, we love it when restaurants are not just “accidentally vegan”, but proudly show their dedication to the cause. Loving Hut is a place like this – both the restaurant and the little shop attached to it are filled with pictures and quotes making it evident that they believe in a plant-based living. When it comes to the food, there’s a variety of options and you can either select a dish from the menu or create your own plate by choosing from several ingredients.

• Black Forest Cafe: Offers a great variety of Indonesian and Western dishes, as well as breakfast options and deserts.

• Veganissimo: Fully vegan restaurant with Indonesian dishes, unfortunately we didn’t have the chance to try this one.
  
• Lusidus: Fully vegan restaurant with Indonesian dishes, unfortunately we didn’t have the chance to try this one.

Probolinggo

Probolinggo was the location we chose as our getaway to Mount Bromo. Considering it was a simple stopover, we were delighted to find two quality places serving vegan food in the city!

• Vegan Way: A small, all-vegan café serving up a mix of savoury bites and sweet treats. On the menu: soups, noodles, crispy tofu pieces, drinks and vegan ice cream. Whatever you do, don’t miss the salted caramel drink—it was our absolute favorite! We also grabbed an extra tofu dish to take away, which turned out to be the perfect snack for our Mount Bromo hike the next day.
  
• Aulia’s Burrito: A must-visit burrito spot offering a fully vegan version packed with falafel, avocado, and even vegan mayo. It was so good we instantly wished we had time to go back for another. You can order ahead for delivery, but if you can swing by in person, we really recommend it: not just for the food, but to meet Aulia herself, who brings such warmth and heart to the place. She’s incredibly kind and open, and chatting with her was a highlight of our visit. If you stop by, please say hi from the Luxembourg couple – we promised we’d pass that on 😉

Vegan in Bali

Bali is widely known as a “vegan paradise,” so we expected quite a lot from this island! Our first reaction, however, was a bit of a shock—the prices had tripled compared to Java 😀 But we quickly learned to stick to local street food and warungs, and still found incredibly tasty and cheap meals. Vegan restaurants are common here and often offer Western food aimed at tourists, which can be especially nice if you want a break from typical Indonesian dishes. Just expect to pay a bit more in those cases.

Pemuteran

• Warung Bukit: Warung with a separate, vegan menu including spring rolls, curry, steamed veggies and rice. Our meals were super delicious and affordable.
  
• Nyusu Bistro: Charming place with lots of vegan options, such as Gado-Gado (specify no egg), Vegetable Kebab, Tempeh Goreng, Thai Quinao Salad, sandwiches with grilled tofu nuggets and of course typical Indonesian dishes, such as Nasi Goreng or Mie Goreng.

• Eco Taste Café: Vegan-friendly café offering Indonesian and Western food, more tourist-focused. Offers Acaï bowls, poké bowls, burgers and tacos.

Munduk

• Eco Café 2: Warung offering an amazing view and Indonesian dishes, many of which are vegan or can easily be made vegan. If you’re curious to try the famous kopi luwak (civet coffee), this is the place to do it ethically! Unlike most places in Bali, where civets are kept in cages, Eco Café sources its beans only from wild animals.
  
• Munduk Farm House: Restaurant with many vegan options, both Western and Indonesian.

Ubud

• Wulan Vegetarian Warung: This fully vegan warung quickly became one of our favorites in Ubud. They serve up stuffed veggie pancakes, flavorful Nasi Goreng, crispy tofu and tempeh, Pisang Goreng (fried banana), and much more. The food was simple, but super tasty – and way more affordable than most (vegan) spots in Ubud! If you’re looking to support smaller, local places instead of just the well-known, “big” vegan names in Ubud, this is a great opportunity to do so.

• Zest Ubud: A fully vegan restaurant set in a beautiful, unique location. While the prices are on the higher side by Indonesian standards, the spot clearly caters to expats and tourists. The quality and flavor of the food are top-notch and it’s the perfect place to spoil yourself for one evening.

• Pizza Cult: Pizzeria serving vegan pizzas. We ordered the Magic Mushroom and Smoky Jack and both were delicious.
  
• Kind Koko: Fully vegan place serving coconut based ice cream. You get cups, corns and ice cream sandwiches. If you’re unsure about what to take, they let you try out alll the flavors 😉

Amed

• Warung Mekar: Warung run by a super sweet and welcoming family. The daughter was super proud to serve us our dishes 🙂 Vegan options weren’t obvious from the start, but when we asked if they have dishes with tempeh or tofu, they surprised us with a whole separate menu full of vegan-friendly dishes.
  
• Good Stuff Café: A health-conscious café popular with tourists, offering plenty of vegan options on the menu. We tried the tacos, a poké bowl and finished with a smoothie bowl for dessert. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and super satisfying.
  
• Cocina Mexicana: Mexican restaurants serving tacos, burritos and nachos. They understand what veganism means and delicious options with mushrooms and beans.

Vegan in Lombok

Lombok continued to be a very easy destination for vegan food. In most places, warungs offer typical dishes like tofu curry or nasi goreng, often at cheaper prices than in the more touristy areas of Bali. Kuta Lombok stands out as a more touristic spot, and therefore offers more Western-style choices again.

Tetebatu

• Lesehan & Cafe Sarang Walet: We ate here almost every day during our stay in Tetebatu. No matter if you come for lunch or at 10pm in the evening, the place was always open, serving delicious Indonesian food with view over rice fields. Our favorite was the veggie curry, but we can also highly recommend the Urap Urap.

Kuta

Terra – Plant Based Food: A fully vegan restaurant in Kuta, this spot serves up fresh, flavorful dishes. It was the perfect place for us, especially since we were in Indonesia for a while and craving something healthy and light. We ordered the Green Falafel Harmony Plate and the Raw Smoked Papaya “Salmon” Tartin, and everything was truly delicious. For dessert, we treated ourselves to the raw Snickers and vegan cheesecake.

• Warung Selow: Our favorite place in Kuta! The warung offers affordable, tasty local dishes.
  
• Pizza Shack: Restaurant offering delicious pizzas with vegan mozzarella that genuinely impressed us – one of the best vegan mozzarella we’ve ever had! The vibe is upbeat in the evening, with super friendly staff and fast service. Tip: On Wednesdays, they usually run a 2-for-1 pizza deal. Just double-check before going, as the promo day may change to another day during the week.

• Granita: Serving vegan paninis and poké bowls. We didn’t get to try this one, but wanted to include it since the paninis seem perfect for a take-away and can offer a nice change to traditional, Indonesian food.

Sekotong

• Kristal Garden: Since there were not too many restaurants close to where we lived in Sekotong, we mostly ate at our accommodation. Vegan options include typical Indonesian dishes, such as Nasi Goreng and curries, and were all super tasty. We booked a snorkeling day trip with them and the fish that’s normally on the menu, was replaced with tempeh with no issues.

Sengiggi

• SoulCafe Lombok: A cozy little vegan gem in Senggigi that we stumbled upon by accident, and we were lucky to catch it open! This place only operates on Thursdays and Fridays (10am-5pm) and Mondays for dinner. The menu is small, but every dish is prepared with so much care, flavor and love. We had the tomato–tofu mozzarella bread, and it was an absolute treat. Paired with the peaceful seating in their beautiful garden, it was a real feast for all the senses.

Gili Islands

• Rina Warung: If you’re in Gili Meno, don’t miss this spot – seriously. It might not look like much from the outside, but we had the best tofu curry of our lives here. Te curry is so flavorful and made with fresh ingredients: peanuts, basil, pineapple, … We were genuinely blown away and went back almost every day during our stay, always ordering the tofu curry.

• Bubbles Bar & Restaurant: Restaurant right on the beach, serving vegan options such as scrambled tofu burrito, eggplant burrito and raw zucchini pasta. Their Nutty Dragon smoothie was also really delicious!

Bonus: Vegan in Sumatra

We only spent a few days in Sumatra, mainly to visit the orangutans in Bukit Lawang, so we don’t feel fully qualified to give a broad overview of vegan travel across the island. That said, we were lucky to be well catered for during our jungle trek with Sumatra Orangutan Explore and found good dishes in the village of Bukit Lawang. Special shoutout on this occasion to Pizza Ship Café, where we had a delicious vegan pizza loaded with fresh ingredients.

Our first impression of Sumatra, however, was that being vegan here might be a bit more challenging compared to other Indonesian islands. We noticed less tofu and tempeh on menus and a heavier focus on chicken and other meats. However, as everywhere in Indonesia, people are super friendly and open for adjustments to dishes, so you can always ask.

Useful Indonesian Words

Ingredients to Avoid

It’s always useful to know some local words and what to look out for on the menu – especially for ingredients that you don’t want in your dish 😉 Here are some key terms to watch out for:

• Daging: meat
• Ayam: chicken
• Ikan: fish
• Udang: shrimp
• Telur: egg
• Susu: milk
• Keju: cheese
• Mentega: butter
• Kecap ikan: fish sauce
• Terasi: shrimp paste

In general, we avoid saying “I’m vegan,” as the word isn’t always known or understood. Instead, we recommend being specific by saying something like: “No meat, no fish, no egg, no milk, please.” This makes it much easier to avoid miscommunication.

Ingredients to Look Out For

If you’re trying to spot vegan-friendly options quickly, here are some helpful Indonesian words that often point to plant-based dishes:

• Tahu: Tofu A staple protein source. Look for dishes like tahu goreng (fried tofu), tahu bacem (sweet-spiced tofu), or tahu isi (stuffed tofu – check if the filling is veggie-based).
• Tempe / Tempeh: Fermented soybeans Super common and affordable. Try tempe goreng (fried), kering tempe (sweet & spicy), or tempe orek (stir-fried). Usually vegan by default, but ask if egg or fish sauce is added.
• Sayur: Vegetables Dishes with sayur in the name are often veggie-based. Examples: sayur lodeh, sayur asem, sayur kare.
• Nasi: Rice Found in almost everything. Nasi goreng = fried rice. Nasi campur = mixed rice (build your own plate). Ask for it tanpa telur (without egg) or tanpa daging (without meat).
• Mie: Noodles Look for mie goreng (fried noodles). Ask for tanpa telur (no egg) and tanpa ayam (no chicken). Add tofu/tempe!
• Urap: A traditional mix of vegetables and spiced grated coconut Almost always vegan, naturally.
• Santan: Coconut milk A key ingredient in many vegan-friendly curries and soups.
• Gado-Gado / Ketoprak: Dishes made with vegetables, tofu, peanut sauce. Ask if the peanut sauce contains terasi or kecap ikan.
• Goreng / Gorengan: Fried Pisang goreng (fried banana), bakwan (veg fritters), perkedel jagung (corn fritters). Ask if the batter has egg.

Quick Survival Tips for Vegan Travelers in Indonesia

• Look for tofu (tahu) and tempeh on menus
• Point to dishes in buffet-style warungs
• Ask for “without egg” (tanpa telur) and “without milk” (tanpa susu)
• Be specific: “No meat, no fish, no egg, no milk”
• Don’t assume sambal or peanut sauce is vegan, better always ask
• Warungs and markets are your best friends
• When in doubt, rice + veggies + tempeh is your go-to

FAQ: Eating Vegan While Traveling in Indonesia

Is Indonesia a vegan-friendly travel destination?

Yes, Indonesia is one of the most vegan-friendly countries in Southeast Asia. Many traditional dishes are naturally plant-based, thanks to ingredients like tempeh, tofu, rice, coconut milk, and vegetables.

What traditional Indonesian dishes are vegan or can be made vegan?

Great vegan options include Gado-Gado (vegetables with peanut sauce), Tempeh Satay, Sayur Lodeh (vegetable coconut curry), Urap (vegetables with coconut), Nasi Campur (mixed rice plates with veggies and tempeh), and Bubur Ketan Hitam (black rice pudding). Always check for shrimp paste (terasi), fish sauce, or egg.

How can I explain I’m vegan in Indonesia?

Say “Tanpa daging, ikan, telur, susu, atau keju” – meaning “No meat, fish, egg, milk, or cheese.” Another useful phrase is “Saya vegetarian, tidak makan produk hewani” – “I’m vegetarian, I don’t eat animal products.”

Where are the best places to eat vegan in Indonesia?

Bali (especially Ubud and Canggu) is a vegan paradise with many dedicated restaurants. Yogyakarta and Jakarta also have vegan-friendly spots. In smaller towns or islands, look for local warungs (eateries) and order rice with tempeh, tofu, and vegetables.

Any tips for eating vegan in Indonesia?

• Tempeh and tofu are everywhere – they’re reliable vegan staples.
• Ask if sambal (chili paste) contains shrimp paste (terasi).
• Indian and Chinese restaurants often have vegan-friendly meals.
• Street food can be tricky – always double-check for egg or fish sauce.
• Fruit markets are amazing for fresh tropical fruit like mango, papaya, and rambutan.

Dish	Description	Vegan Tip
Gado-Gado	Classic Indonesian salad of steamed vegetables with rich peanut sauce.	Ask for it “tanpa telur dan krupuk” (without egg and crackers).
Pecel	Similar to gado-gado but with a spicier peanut sauce and usually simpler greens like spinach and sprouts.	Check for egg and crackers; request “tanpa telur dan krupuk”.
Nasi Goreng (Fried Rice)	Fried rice dish that can be made vegan.	Ask for “nasi goreng tanpa telur dan daging, tanpa terasi” (no egg, meat, or shrimp paste).
Mie Goreng (Fried Noodles)	Fried noodle dish, often made fresh at warungs.	Specify no egg and no meat.
Sayur Lodeh	Coconut milk-based curry with vegetables, sometimes tempeh or tofu.	Check there’s no shrimp paste or fish sauce.
Tahu & Tempeh Goreng	Fried tofu and tempeh, common street food.	Confirm they’re not fried in oil used for meat.
Urap-Urap	Steamed vegetables with spiced grated coconut.	Usually vegan by default.
Sayur Asem	Sour tamarind soup with veggies like corn and jackfruit.	Double-check it’s not made with fish stock.

Further Reading

Blog Articles

• Why Vegan? The Reason We Travel the World Plant-Based
• Vegan Travel – Exploring the World Without Compromising Your Values

Useful Resources

• HappyCow Indonesia