Nasi Pedas "Ibu Anik"
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First Time Nasi Pedas (finally!)
What do people eat the minute they land in Bali? Babi guling, ayam betutu, lawar…and, apparently, nasi pedas. My friends swear by it. Me? I’d never tried it. So last week they dragged me to fix that gap in my Balinese resume.
Where we went
Nasi Pedas Ibu Anik: Pasar Kuta (near Joger).
Famous cousin: Nasi Pedas Bu Andika (also in Kuta): people say it’s pricier and always packed.
I chose Ibu Anik this round.
How it works (so you don’t panic at the counter)
Join the line. Trays move fast; breathe.
Point at lauk (side dishes).
There’s no printed price list; each item has its own price.
They plate rice + what you chose. You pay at the end, add bottled drink if you want.
Sambal = the “pedas.” Add at your own risk. 🌶️
What I picked & how much
- Tempe kecap, mie goreng, ayam suwir, kangkung, perkedel + rice
- 1 bottled water
Total: IDR 20k (IDR 16k food + IDR 4k water)
I thought everything would be flaming; turns out the spice lives in the sambal. Without it, it’s basically nasi campur; with it, your soul time-travels.
Crowd & vibe
- Always crowdead: lots of Java accents, a mix of locals and holiday stomachs.
- Turnover is quick; tables are basic; nobody’s here to linger, just to inhale joy on a plate.
Order smart (aka how not to blow your budget)
- Veggies + tofu/tempeh = budget-friendly.
- Multiple meats = price climbs fast.
- Ask the staff roughly how much that combo will be if you’re unsure. They’re used to it.
Summary:
- Taste: Homey, punchy, sambal-forward.
- Heat: Customizable: start small, add more.
- Price: Can be cheap if you go veggie-heavy.
Will I go again? Yes, next time I’m hunting the legendary kulit ayam
(sold out… my villain origin story).
Go explore other nasi pedas spots too (including Bu Andika) and tell me your fave. Just… respect the sambal. 🌶️
xxx
ikkel
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