Bakso

Bakso Also: Indonesian Meatball Soup, Beef Meatball Soup
Gluten: Likely contains restriction
Soy: Likely contains restriction
Vegetarian: Likely contains restriction

Indonesian meatball soup with bouncy beef meatballs in a clear beef broth, served with wheat noodles, tofu, fried shallots, and kecap manis.

Allergen data cross-referenced against published allergen databases.

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Full allergen breakdown

Ingredients

  • beef meatballs (beef + tapioca starch)
  • beef broth
  • wheat noodles (Gluten)
  • tofu (Soy)
  • fried shallots
  • kecap manis
  • sambal

Hidden Ingredients

These ingredients are not typically listed on menus but are present in traditional preparations.

  • wheat noodles as serving base
  • kecap manis (soy + wheat)
  • sambal contains terasi (shrimp paste)

Allergen Breakdown

Dairy-Free

Likely OK

No dairy in bakso.

Gluten-Free

Likely contains restriction

Wheat noodles are the serving base and kecap manis contains wheat.

Peanut-Free

Likely OK

No peanuts in bakso.

Tree Nut-Free

Likely OK

No tree nuts in bakso.

Shellfish-Free

Check with staff

Terasi in sambal contains shrimp paste.

Egg-Free

Likely OK

Meatballs use tapioca starch, not egg.

Fish-Free

Check with staff

Terasi in sambal. Verify.

Soy-Free

Likely contains restriction

Kecap manis and tofu are both soy.

Sesame-Free

Likely OK

Sesame is not in standard bakso.

Vegetarian

Likely contains restriction

Contains beef meatballs.

Key risk: Bakso meatballs are made with tapioca starch and are wheat-free, but they are served in wheat noodles. The kecap manis drizzled on top adds wheat and soy. The sambal served alongside contains terasi.

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Important: Dish Scout is a reference guide, not medical advice. Traditional recipes vary by restaurant, region, and chef. Always verify ingredients with restaurant staff before ordering. When in doubt, don't eat it.