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{{Short description|Indonesian cone-shaped rice dish}}
{{Short description|Indonesian cone-shaped rice dish}}
{{about|Indonesian rice dish|the Malaysian rice dish|Nasi tumpang}}
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| caption = Tumpeng: the cone shaped rice surrounded by assorted Indonesian dishes.
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| country = [[Indonesia]]<ref name="Describe">{{cite web | title=The Rice Cone or "Nasi Tumpeng", Traditional Rice Cone, the Pride of Indonesia | author=Riyan | date= 8 April 2013 | url=http://www.describeindonesia.com/en/culinary/item/155-the-rice-cone-or-%E2%80%9Cnasi-tumpeng%E2%80%9D,-traditional-rice-cone,-the-pride-of-indonesia.html | publisher=Describe Indonesia | access-date=11 June 2014 }}</ref>
| country = [[Indonesia]]<ref name="Describe">{{cite web | title=The Rice Cone or "Nasi Tumpeng", Traditional Rice Cone, the Pride of Indonesia | author=Riyan | date= 8 April 2013 | url=http://www.describeindonesia.com/en/culinary/item/155-the-rice-cone-or-%E2%80%9Cnasi-tumpeng%E2%80%9D,-traditional-rice-cone,-the-pride-of-indonesia.html | publisher=Describe Indonesia | access-date=11 June 2014 }}</ref>
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| course = Main course
| course = Main course
| served = Hot or room temperature
| served = Hot or room temperature
| main_ingredient = Cone shaped [[rice]], [[urab]] (vegetables in shredded coconut), [[fried chicken]], fried tempeh, boiled marble [[Egg (food)|egg]], shredded omelette, salted [[anchovy]] and [[peanut]]s
| main_ingredient = Cone-shaped [[rice]], [[urab]] (vegetables in shredded coconut), [[fried chicken]], fried tempeh, boiled marble [[Egg (food)|egg]], shredded omelette, salted [[anchovy]] and [[peanut]]s
| variations = Tumpeng robyong, tumpeng putih, tumpeng nasi uduk, tumpeng slametan (nasi kuning)
| variations = Tumpeng robyong, tumpeng putih, tumpeng nasi uduk, tumpeng slametan (nasi kuning)
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'''Tumpeng''' ([[Javanese script|Javanese]]: {{script|Java|ꦠꦸꦩ꧀ꦥꦼꦁ}}; [[Balinese script|Balinese]]: {{script|Bali|ᬢᬸᬫ᭄ᬧᭂᬂ}}) is an [[Indonesian cuisine|Indonesian]] cone-shaped rice dish with side dishes of vegetables and meat originating from [[Javanese cuisine]] of [[Indonesia]]. Traditionally featured in the ''[[Slametan|slamatan]]'' ceremony, the rice is made by using a cone-shaped woven bamboo container. The rice itself may be plain [[steamed rice]], [[nasi uduk|uduk rice]] (cooked with [[coconut milk]]), or [[nasi kuning|yellow rice]] (uduk rice colored with ''kunyit'' ([[turmeric]])).<ref name="Describe">{{cite web | title=The Rice Cone or "Nasi Tumpeng", Traditional Rice Cone, the Pride of Indonesia | author=Riyan | date= 8 April 2013 | url=http://www.describeindonesia.com/en/culinary/item/155-the-rice-cone-or-%E2%80%9Cnasi-tumpeng%E2%80%9D,-traditional-rice-cone,-the-pride-of-indonesia.html | publisher=Describe Indonesia | access-date=11 June 2014 }}</ref>
'''Tumpeng''' ([[Javanese script|Javanese]]: {{script|Java|ꦠꦸꦩ꧀ꦥꦼꦁ}}; [[Balinese script|Balinese]]: {{script|Bali|ᬢᬸᬫ᭄ᬧᭂᬂ}}) is an [[Indonesian cuisine|Indonesian]] cone-shaped rice dish with side dishes of vegetables and meat originating from [[Javanese cuisine]] of [[Indonesia]]. Traditionally featured in the ''[[Slametan|slamatan]]'' ceremony, the rice is made by using a cone-shaped woven bamboo container. The rice itself may be plain [[steamed rice]], [[nasi uduk|uduk rice]] (cooked with [[coconut milk]]), or [[nasi kuning|yellow rice]] (uduk rice colored with ''kunyit'' ([[turmeric]])).<ref name="Describe">{{cite web | title=The Rice Cone or "Nasi Tumpeng", Traditional Rice Cone, the Pride of Indonesia | author=Riyan | date= 8 April 2013 | url=http://www.describeindonesia.com/en/culinary/item/155-the-rice-cone-or-%E2%80%9Cnasi-tumpeng%E2%80%9D,-traditional-rice-cone,-the-pride-of-indonesia.html | publisher=Describe Indonesia | access-date=11 June 2014 }}</ref>


The rice cone is erected in the {{lang|jv|tampah}} (rounded woven bamboo container), covered with a banana leaf, and surrounded by assorted Indonesian dishes. In 2013, the [[Ministry of Culture and Tourism (Indonesia)|Indonesian Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy]] promoted tumpeng as one of 30 [[Indonesian cuisine|Indonesian culinary]] icons<ref>{{cite web | title=Tumpeng, Ikon Kuliner Indonesia | date= 22 April 2013 | url=http://travel.kompas.com/read/2013/04/22/11332778/Tumpeng.Ikon.Kuliner.Indonesia | publisher=Travel Kompas.com| language=id | access-date=11 June 2014 }}</ref> and gave it the status of official [[national dish]] of Indonesia in 2014, describing it as "the dish that binds the diversity of Indonesian various culinary traditions."<ref>{{cite web | title=Celebratory rice cone dish to represent the archipelago | url=http://www.thejakartapost.com/news/2014/02/10/celebratory-rice-cone-dish-represent-archipelago.html | author=Nadya Natahadibrata | publisher=The Jakarta Post | date=10 February 2014 | access-date=2014-07-09}}</ref>
The rice cone is set out on the {{lang|jv|tampah}} (rounded woven bamboo container), preliminary covered with a banana leaf, and surrounded by assorted Indonesian dishes. In 2013, the [[Ministry of Culture and Tourism (Indonesia)|Indonesian Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy]] promoted tumpeng as one of 30 [[Indonesian cuisine|Indonesian culinary]] icons<ref>{{cite web | title=Tumpeng, Ikon Kuliner Indonesia | date= 22 April 2013 | url=http://travel.kompas.com/read/2013/04/22/11332778/Tumpeng.Ikon.Kuliner.Indonesia | publisher=Travel Kompas.com| language=id | access-date=11 June 2014 }}</ref> and declared it Indonesia's official [[national dish]] in 2014, describing it as "the dish that binds the diversity of Indonesian various culinary traditions."<ref>{{cite web | title=Celebratory rice cone dish to represent the archipelago | url=http://www.thejakartapost.com/news/2014/02/10/celebratory-rice-cone-dish-represent-archipelago.html | author=Nadya Natahadibrata | publisher=The Jakarta Post | date=10 February 2014 | access-date=2014-07-09}}</ref>


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Tumpeng is a symbol of gratitude.<ref name="Describe"/> According to folklore in Java and Bali, the cone-shaped tumpeng is a symbol of life and of the glory of God as the creator of nature, and the side dishes and vegetables represent the life and harmony of nature. Usually tumpeng is served with spinach, which is a traditional symbol of prosperity in Javanese agricultural society.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Folklore|first1=Javanese|title=What Tumpeng Means for us Indonesian|url=http://indonesiapa.com/2014/what-is-tumpeng-means-for-us|website=www.indonesiapa.com|publisher=Indonesiapa Webzine|access-date=12 July 2014|ref=meaning of tumpeng|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140714160021/http://indonesiapa.com/2014/what-is-tumpeng-means-for-us|archive-date=14 July 2014}}</ref>
==History and tradition==
People in [[Java]], [[Bali]] and [[Madura]] usually make tumpeng to celebrate important events. However, all Indonesians are familiar with tumpeng. The philosophy of tumpeng is related to the geographical condition of Indonesia, especially Java as fertile island with numerous [[mountain]]s and [[volcano]]s. Tumpeng dates back to ancient Indonesian tradition that revered mountains as the abode of ''[[hyang]]s'', the spirit of ancestors and gods. The cone-shaped rice represents the holy mountain. The feast served as a thanksgiving for the abundance of harvest or any other blessings.{{Cn|date=March 2021}}

Tumpeng is a symbol of gratitude,<ref name="Describe"/> in [[Slametan|gratitude ceremony]] (''syukuran'' or ''slametan''), after the people pray, the top of tumpeng is cut and delivered to the most important person. He or she may be the group leader, the oldest person, or the beloved one. Then, all people in the ceremony enjoy the tumpeng together. With tumpeng, people express the gratitude to God and appreciate togetherness and harmony. An annual ceremony involving tumpeng is commonly called 'tumpengan'.{{Cn|date=March 2021}}

Tumpengs and gunungans are an essential part in the Javanese festival [[sekaten]], huge and large amount of tumpengs are included in a big traditional parade from the palace to the grand mosque. They are prayed upon in the grand mosque, and then distributed to the people as part of the festivities celebrating the birth of the prophet Mohammed.{{Cn|date=March 2021}}

In modern times, the top of the tumpeng is given to an honoured guest in social events, ceremonies or awards. In many Indonesian cities, such as [[Yogyakarta]], a tradition has been developed — the tumpengan ceremony the eve of 17 August — which is [[Proclamation of Indonesian Independence|Indonesian independence day]]. The event is meant to pray for safety and welfare of the nation.{{Cn|date=March 2021}}


==Surrounding dishes==
==Surrounding dishes==
[[File:Tumpeng.jpg|thumb|left|Tumpeng in a cone.]]
[[File:Tumpeng Kompas 1.jpg|thumb|left|Tumpeng might be shaped in a smooth cone or stepped like this one. Surrounded by various food, including ''mie goreng'', ''urap'', ''kering kentang'', ''tempe orek'', ''perkedel kentang'', ''ayam bakar'', shredded thin omelette, and ''balado udang''.]]
The cone-shaped rice is surrounded by assorted Indonesian dishes, such as ''[[urap]]'' vegetables, ''[[ayam goreng]]'' (fried chicken), ''[[ayam bakar]]'' (grilled chicken), ''[[empal gepuk]]'' (sweet and spicy fried beef), ''abon sapi'' (beef floss), ''[[Semur (Indonesian stew)|semur]]'' (beef stew in sweet soy sauce), ''teri kacang'' (anchovy with peanuts), fried prawn, ''[[telur pindang]]'' (boiled marble egg), shredded omelette, ''tempe orek'' (sweet and dry fried [[tempeh]]), ''[[perkedel]] kentang'' (mashed potato fritters), ''perkedel jagung'' (corn fritters), ''sambal goreng ati'' (liver in chilli sauce), sliced cucumbers and many other things.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://food.detik.com/jamuan/d-424112/menyiapkan-lauk-tumpeng|title=Menyiapkan Lauk Tumpeng|work=detikfood|access-date=2018-01-25|language=id}}</ref>
The cone-shaped rice is surrounded by assorted Indonesian dishes, such as ''[[urap]]'' vegetables, ''[[ayam goreng]]'' (fried chicken), ''[[ayam bakar]]'' (grilled chicken), ''[[empal gepuk]]'' (sweet and spicy fried beef), ''abon sapi'' (beef floss), ''[[Semur (Indonesian stew)|semur]]'' (beef stew in sweet soy sauce), ''teri kacang'' (anchovy with peanuts), fried prawn, ''[[telur pindang]]'' (boiled marble egg), shredded omelette, ''tempe orek'' (sweet and dry fried [[tempeh]]), ''[[perkedel]] kentang'' (mashed potato fritters), ''perkedel jagung'' (corn fritters), ''sambal goreng ati'' (liver in chilli sauce), sliced cucumbers and many other things.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://food.detik.com/jamuan/d-424112/menyiapkan-lauk-tumpeng|title=Menyiapkan Lauk Tumpeng|work=detikfood|access-date=2018-01-25|language=id}}</ref>

Traditionally there should be a balance between vegetables, egg, meat, and seafood. The composition of a traditional [[Javanese people|Javanese]] tumpeng is more complex because the elements must balance one another according to [[Kejawen|Javanese belief]]. Traditional Javanese tumpeng usually involves ''urap'' vegetables, tempeh, ''ayam goreng'', ''teri kacang'', fried shrimp, ''telur pindang'', ''empal gepuk'' and ''sambal''. After the adoption of tumpeng as the national dish, tumpeng is expected to be a dish that binds Indonesia's cooking traditions. Its side dishes might be popular Indonesian dishes, such as [[gado-gado]], [[satay]] and [[rendang]]. Today the dishes which accompany tumpeng can be of the host's discretion.{{Cn|date=March 2021}}

== Philosophical meaning ==
{{More citations needed section|date=February 2021}}
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There is a philosophical meaning on every part of [[Traditional food|traditional]] tumpeng. According to folklore in Java and Bali, the cone-shaped tumpeng is a mystic symbol of life and ecosystems. It also symbolizes the glory of God as the Creator of nature, and the side dishes and vegetables represent the life and harmony of nature. The authentic and complete tumpeng dishes should contain at least one meat to represent a land animal, fish to represent sea creatures, an egg to represent winged beasts, and vegetables that represent a food stock provided by the plant kingdom. Usually tumpeng is served with spinach as spinach is a traditional symbol of prosperity in Javanese agricultural society.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Folklore|first1=Javanese|title=What Tumpeng Means for us Indonesian|url=http://indonesiapa.com/2014/what-is-tumpeng-means-for-us|website=www.indonesiapa.com|publisher=Indonesiapa Webzine|access-date=12 July 2014|ref=meaning of tumpeng|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140714160021/http://indonesiapa.com/2014/what-is-tumpeng-means-for-us|archive-date=14 July 2014}}</ref>

Here are the philosophical meanings behind some of the ingredients in tumpeng:

*Egg: The egg is served with the shell still on. Peeling the egg before eating it symbolizes everything a person has to plan and do before becoming a good person.
*Vegetables: A wrap of vegetables represents a good relationship with friends and neighbors. Spinach represents a safe and peaceful life; water spinach represents a person who could live through hardships; string beans represent a long life; and mungbean sprouts represent carrying ancestors' legacy.
* Catfish: Catfish represents the importance of preparing for troubles in the future. It also represents being humble, since catfish live on the bottom of ponds.
* Milkfish: The many bones of the milkfish represent good fortune and prosperity in the future.
* Anchovies: Because they live together, the anchovies represent having a good relationship with family and neighbors.


==Variations==
==Variations==
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* '''''Tumpeng Putih''''' — White tumpeng, uses white rice since white symbolizes holiness in Javanese culture. This kind of tumpeng is employed in sacred ceremonies.
* '''''Tumpeng Putih''''' — White tumpeng, uses white rice since white symbolizes holiness in Javanese culture. This kind of tumpeng is employed in sacred ceremonies.
* '''''Tumpeng Nasi Kuning''''' — Yellow tumpeng: The color yellow represents gold, wealth, abundance, and high morals. This kind of tumpeng is employed in cheerful and happy festivities and celebrations, such as celebration of birth, engagement, marriage, Eid, Christmas, etc.
* '''''Tumpeng Nasi Kuning''''' — Yellow tumpeng: The color yellow represents gold, wealth, abundance, and high morals. This kind of tumpeng is employed in cheerful and happy festivities and celebrations, such as celebration of birth, engagement, marriage, Eid, Christmas, etc.
* '''''Tumpeng Nasi Uduk''''' (also called '''''tumpeng tasyakuran''''') — The ''[[Uduk (cuisine)|uduk]]'' rice (rice cooked in coconut milk) employed in the Maulud Nabi ceremony: celebrating the birthday of prophet [[Muhammad]].
* '''''Tumpeng Nasi Uduk''''' (also called '''''tumpeng tasyakuran''''') — The ''[[Uduk (cuisine)|uduk]]'' rice (rice cooked in coconut milk) employed in the Maulud Nabi ceremony: celebrating the birthday of [[Muhammad]].
* '''''Tumpeng Seremonial/Modifikasi''''' — This contemporary tumpeng is relatively more open for modifications and adaptations. It depends on the discretion, taste, and request of the host.
* '''''Tumpeng Seremonial/Modifikasi''''' — This contemporary tumpeng is relatively more open for modifications and adaptations. It depends on the discretion, taste, and request of the host.
* '''''Mini Tumpeng '''' — Mini Tumpeng is a small rice cone which is usually served for 1 person like a rice box, unique is a mini cone served in a unique place with a transparent mica lid, so food can be seen from the outside.
* '''''Mini Tumpeng''''' — This kind of small rice cone which is usually served for 1 person like a rice box, unique is a mini cone served in a unique place with a transparent mica lid, so food can be seen from the outside.
* '''''Character Tumpeng Rice''''' — Character Tumpeng Rice is usually used for birthdays, and young children love it because of its unique shape, but the unique shape can also be used like a cone for a birthday celebration.
* '''''Character Tumpeng Rice''''' — This is usually used for birthdays or conventions, and young children and pop culture fans love it because of its unique shape, but the unique shape can also be used like a cone for a birthday celebration or fan conventions.


==Contemporary tradition==
==Contemporary tradition==
[[File:Tumpeng Feast.JPG|thumb|right|Several ''[[nasi kuning]]'' tumpengs served during a feast.]]
[[File:Tumpeng Feast.JPG|thumb|right|Several ''[[nasi kuning]]'' tumpengs served during a feast.]]
Today, most Indonesians serve tumpeng as a dish to celebrate a special occasion, such as a birthday party, ''[[arisan]]'', family or neighborhood gathering, farewell party, celebrations, recitals, and many other joyous events.<ref>{{cite web | title=Tumpeng, Special Dish For Special Ceremony | first=trik | last=simple | url=https://www.triksimple.com/2021/11/tumpeng-sajian-khas-untuk-perayaan.html | publisher=triksimple.com | access-date=20 July 2014}}</ref> Because of its festive and celebration value, up until now tumpeng sometimes seen as an Indonesian counterpart of [[birthday cake]].<ref>{{cite web | title=A Look at Birthday Cakes from Around the World | first=Annelise | last= McAuliffe | url=http://honestcooking.com/look-birthday-cakes-around-world/ | publisher=Honest Cooking, Gastronomy and Travel | access-date=20 July 2014}}</ref> Tumpeng contests are sometimes held to commemorate Indonesian Independence day on August 17 or to commemorate women's emancipation day, the [[Kartini]] on April 21. The tumpengs in this contest are judged by decoration and taste.{{Cn|date=March 2021}}
Today, most Indonesians serve tumpeng as a dish to celebrate a special occasion, such as a birthday party, ''[[arisan]]'', family or neighborhood gathering, farewell party, celebrations, recitals, and many other joyous events.<ref>{{cite web | title=Tumpeng, Special Dish For Special Ceremony | first=trik | last=simple | url=https://www.triksimple.com/2021/11/tumpeng-sajian-khas-untuk-perayaan.html | publisher=triksimple.com | access-date=20 July 2014}}</ref> Because of its festive and celebration value, up until now tumpeng sometimes seen as an Indonesian counterpart of [[birthday cake]].<ref>{{cite web | title=A Look at Birthday Cakes from Around the World | first=Annelise | last= McAuliffe | date=2 June 2014 | url=http://honestcooking.com/look-birthday-cakes-around-world/ | publisher=Honest Cooking, Gastronomy and Travel | access-date=20 July 2014}}</ref>

According to Jati in ''Local wisdom behind Tumpeng as an icon of Indonesian traditional cuisine'', in 2004, the Republic of Indonesia's Ministry of Health rolled out a tumpeng-based food pyramid to encourage healthy eating because tumpeng includes samples of food from every food group. The meat- or soy-based sides provide iron, zinc, and protein; the vegetable side dishes provide vitamins and minerals.{{Cn|date=March 2021}}


In 2009 [[Garuda Indonesia]] started offering ''Mini Nasi Tumpeng Nusantara'' as part of its new concept to highlight Indonesia's hospitality.<ref>{{cite web | title=Garuda Indonesia Experience - Penerbangan yang Mencerminkan Indonesia | url=http://v2.garudamagazine.com/department.php?id=190 | publisher=garudamagazine.com | language=id | access-date=11 June 2014 }}</ref>
In 2009 [[Garuda Indonesia]] started offering ''Mini Nasi Tumpeng Nusantara'' as part of its new concept to highlight Indonesia's hospitality.<ref>{{cite web | title=Garuda Indonesia Experience - Penerbangan yang Mencerminkan Indonesia | url=http://v2.garudamagazine.com/department.php?id=190 | publisher=garudamagazine.com | language=id | access-date=11 June 2014 }}</ref>


Tumpeng is offered in Indonesian restaurants abroad, such as in neighboring [[Singapore]]<ref>{{cite web |title=Yellow Rice Singapore – Nasi Tumpeng |publisher=IndoChili Indonesian Restaurant |url=https://www.indochili.com/nasi-tumpeng-singapore.html}}</ref> and the [[Netherlands]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Dewi Sri Restaurant |location=Rotterdam, The Netherlands | publisher=Tripadvisor | url=http://www.tripadvisor.co.nz/LocationPhotoDirectLink-g188632-d2437507-i73673929-Dewi_Sri-Rotterdam_South_Holland_Province.html}}</ref>
Tumpeng is offered in Indonesian restaurants abroad, such as in neighboring [[Singapore]]<ref>{{cite web |title=Yellow Rice Singapore – Nasi Tumpeng |publisher=IndoChili Indonesian Restaurant |url=https://www.indochili.com/nasi-tumpeng-singapore.html}}</ref> and the [[Netherlands]]<ref>{{cite web |title=Dewi Sri Restaurant |location=Rotterdam, The Netherlands | publisher=Tripadvisor | url=http://www.tripadvisor.co.nz/LocationPhotoDirectLink-g188632-d2437507-i73673929-Dewi_Sri-Rotterdam_South_Holland_Province.html}}</ref> as well as in Kelantan.<ref>{{cite web |title=Nasi Tumpang di Kelantan |location=Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia |website=YouTube |url=https://youtube.com/E8Ugh8Iod6o}}</ref>


The building of [[Suharto]]'s [[Purna Bhakti Pertiwi Museum]] in [[Taman Mini Indonesia Indah]], Jakarta, took shape of tumpeng.<ref>{{cite web | title=Museum Purna Bhakti Pertiwi |url=http://www.touristlink.com/indonesia/museum-purna-bhakti-pertiwi/overview.html | publisher=touristlink | access-date=11 June 2014 }}</ref>
The building of [[Suharto]]'s [[Purna Bhakti Pertiwi Museum]] in [[Taman Mini Indonesia Indah]], Jakarta, took shape of tumpeng.<ref>{{cite web | title=Museum Purna Bhakti Pertiwi |url=http://www.touristlink.com/indonesia/museum-purna-bhakti-pertiwi/overview.html | publisher=touristlink | access-date=11 June 2014 }}</ref>
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This article is about Indonesian rice dish. For the Malaysian rice dish, see Nasi tumpang.
Tumpeng
Tumpeng: the cone-shaped rice surrounded by assorted Indonesian dishes.
CourseMain course
Place of originIndonesia[1]
Region or stateJava, Nationwide
Associated cuisineIndonesia
Serving temperatureHot or room temperature
Main ingredientsCone-shaped rice, urab (vegetables in shredded coconut), fried chicken, fried tempeh, boiled marble egg, shredded omelette, salted anchovy and peanuts
VariationsTumpeng robyong, tumpeng putih, tumpeng nasi uduk, tumpeng slametan (nasi kuning)
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Tumpeng (Javanese: ꦠꦸꦩ꧀ꦥꦼꦁ; Balinese: ᬢᬸᬫ᭄ᬧᭂᬂ) is an Indonesian cone-shaped rice dish with side dishes of vegetables and meat originating from Javanese cuisine of Indonesia. Traditionally featured in the slamatan ceremony, the rice is made by using a cone-shaped woven bamboo container. The rice itself may be plain steamed rice, uduk rice (cooked with coconut milk), or yellow rice (uduk rice colored with kunyit (turmeric)).[1]

The rice cone is set out on the tampah (rounded woven bamboo container), preliminary covered with a banana leaf, and surrounded by assorted Indonesian dishes. In 2013, the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy promoted tumpeng as one of 30 Indonesian culinary icons[2] and declared it Indonesia's official national dish in 2014, describing it as "the dish that binds the diversity of Indonesian various culinary traditions."[3]

Tumpeng is a symbol of gratitude.[1] According to folklore in Java and Bali, the cone-shaped tumpeng is a symbol of life and of the glory of God as the creator of nature, and the side dishes and vegetables represent the life and harmony of nature. Usually tumpeng is served with spinach, which is a traditional symbol of prosperity in Javanese agricultural society.[4]

Surrounding dishes

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Tumpeng in a cone.

The cone-shaped rice is surrounded by assorted Indonesian dishes, such as urap vegetables, ayam goreng (fried chicken), ayam bakar (grilled chicken), empal gepuk (sweet and spicy fried beef), abon sapi (beef floss), semur (beef stew in sweet soy sauce), teri kacang (anchovy with peanuts), fried prawn, telur pindang (boiled marble egg), shredded omelette, tempe orek (sweet and dry fried tempeh), perkedel kentang (mashed potato fritters), perkedel jagung (corn fritters), sambal goreng ati (liver in chilli sauce), sliced cucumbers and many other things.[5]

Variations

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Nasi putih (white rice) tumpeng surrounded with dishes.

There are several variants of tumpeng, differentiated according to the ceremonies.[1]

  • Tumpeng Robyong — This kind of tumpeng usually served in the traditional Javanese siraman (bridal shower) ceremony. Tumpeng is placed on bakul bamboo rice container; egg, shrimp paste, shallots and red chilli are placed on top.
  • Tumpeng Nujuh Bulan — This kind of tumpeng is served in the seventh month of pregnancy (prenatal ceremony). Tumpeng is made of plain white rice. A main tumpeng is surrounded by six smaller tumpeng; all tumpengs are erected on tampah covered with banana leaf.
  • Tumpeng Pungkur — Used in the ceremony for the death of a virgin or unmarried male or female. It is made from white rice surrounded only with vegetables dishes. The tumpeng later must be cut vertical into two parts evenly and placed one against another.
  • Tumpeng Putih — White tumpeng, uses white rice since white symbolizes holiness in Javanese culture. This kind of tumpeng is employed in sacred ceremonies.
  • Tumpeng Nasi Kuning — Yellow tumpeng: The color yellow represents gold, wealth, abundance, and high morals. This kind of tumpeng is employed in cheerful and happy festivities and celebrations, such as celebration of birth, engagement, marriage, Eid, Christmas, etc.
  • Tumpeng Nasi Uduk (also called tumpeng tasyakuran) — The uduk rice (rice cooked in coconut milk) employed in the Maulud Nabi ceremony: celebrating the birthday of Muhammad.
  • Tumpeng Seremonial/Modifikasi — This contemporary tumpeng is relatively more open for modifications and adaptations. It depends on the discretion, taste, and request of the host.
  • Mini Tumpeng — This kind of small rice cone which is usually served for 1 person like a rice box, unique is a mini cone served in a unique place with a transparent mica lid, so food can be seen from the outside.
  • Character Tumpeng Rice — This is usually used for birthdays or conventions, and young children and pop culture fans love it because of its unique shape, but the unique shape can also be used like a cone for a birthday celebration or fan conventions.

Contemporary tradition

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Several nasi kuning tumpengs served during a feast.

Today, most Indonesians serve tumpeng as a dish to celebrate a special occasion, such as a birthday party, arisan, family or neighborhood gathering, farewell party, celebrations, recitals, and many other joyous events.[6] Because of its festive and celebration value, up until now tumpeng sometimes seen as an Indonesian counterpart of birthday cake.[7]

In 2009 Garuda Indonesia started offering Mini Nasi Tumpeng Nusantara as part of its new concept to highlight Indonesia's hospitality.[8]

Tumpeng is offered in Indonesian restaurants abroad, such as in neighboring Singapore[9] and the Netherlands[10] as well as in Kelantan.[11]

The building of Suharto's Purna Bhakti Pertiwi Museum in Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, Jakarta, took shape of tumpeng.[12]

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d Riyan (8 April 2013). "The Rice Cone or "Nasi Tumpeng", Traditional Rice Cone, the Pride of Indonesia". Describe Indonesia. Retrieved 11 June 2014.
  2. ^ "Tumpeng, Ikon Kuliner Indonesia" (in Indonesian). Travel Kompas.com. 22 April 2013. Retrieved 11 June 2014.
  3. ^ Nadya Natahadibrata (10 February 2014). "Celebratory rice cone dish to represent the archipelago". The Jakarta Post. Retrieved 2014-07-09.
  4. ^ Folklore, Javanese. "What Tumpeng Means for us Indonesian". www.indonesiapa.com. Indonesiapa Webzine. Archived from the original on 14 July 2014. Retrieved 12 July 2014.
  5. ^ "Menyiapkan Lauk Tumpeng". detikfood (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2018-01-25.
  6. ^ simple, trik. "Tumpeng, Special Dish For Special Ceremony". triksimple.com. Retrieved 20 July 2014.
  7. ^ McAuliffe, Annelise (2 June 2014). "A Look at Birthday Cakes from Around the World". Honest Cooking, Gastronomy and Travel. Retrieved 20 July 2014.
  8. ^ "Garuda Indonesia Experience - Penerbangan yang Mencerminkan Indonesia" (in Indonesian). garudamagazine.com. Retrieved 11 June 2014.
  9. ^ "Yellow Rice Singapore – Nasi Tumpeng". IndoChili Indonesian Restaurant.
  10. ^ "Dewi Sri Restaurant". Rotterdam, The Netherlands: Tripadvisor.
  11. ^ "Nasi Tumpang di Kelantan". YouTube. Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia.
  12. ^ "Museum Purna Bhakti Pertiwi". touristlink. Retrieved 11 June 2014.
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