Bali can be regarded as a culinary paradise. From Ayam Betutu, Sate Lilit, Mujaer Nyatnyat, Lawar Kuwir, Entil and others traditional food that already become tourists’ favorite. Not only a big-portion food, Bali also has their own snacks. It’s called Laklak Pisang, a sweet snack from Tabanan. It’s very suitable to be enjoyed after lunch, or to be your company while drinking a cup of coffee.

Laklak Pisang can be easily found in Penebel District, Tabanan. This cake is made from a mixture of rice flour, starch, and flour. The three main ingredients are mixed with water and stirred, until they become one. After the mixture is finished, it is ready to be roasted on a hot clay pan. The pasta dough is poured over the pan and topped with grated coconut and banana slices. 

Laklak Pisang is also similar to crepes. The differences are Laklak Pisang is using banana, and also crepes are thinner than this traditional snack. Banana is the fruit from local people’s garden. The ingredients are chosen based on the best quality to create a sweet, savory, and soft taste at once. They also use a clay skillet. It also affects the taste, because the pan made from clay is not sticky. 

It’s easy to make Laklak Pisang. The process doesn’t take long. One sweet and savory snack is cooked in just one minute. However, during the cooking process, the snack needs to be closed to cook evenly. If you want to buy it, the price is quite cheap. One portion costs IDR 5,000. It’s very cheap if you compare with the taste. Also the richness of the texture, where the edge feels crispy while the middle of the cake is soft. 

Laklak Pisang can be categorized as Tabanan's original street food. Do you want to try one? Come on, let's hunt this traditional food to accompany your cup of sugarless coffee!