Gudeg

Gudeg Also: Javanese Young Jackfruit Stew
Tree Nut: Likely contains restriction
Egg: Check with staff
Gluten: Likely OK

A traditional Javanese slow-cooked dish of young jackfruit simmered for hours in coconut milk, palm sugar, and spices until dark brown and sweet.

Allergen data cross-referenced against published allergen databases.

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Full allergen breakdown

Ingredients

  • young jackfruit
  • coconut milk (Tree Nut)
  • palm sugar
  • galangal
  • lemongrass
  • candlenut
  • bay leaves
  • teak leaves (for color)
  • shallots

Hidden Ingredients

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

  • candlenut in the spice paste
  • coconut milk throughout

Allergen Breakdown

Dairy-Free

Likely OK

Uses coconut milk, not dairy.

Gluten-Free

Likely OK

No wheat in traditional gudeg.

Peanut-Free

Likely OK

No peanuts in gudeg.

Tree Nut-Free

Likely contains restriction

Candlenut is in the spice paste. Coconut milk is extensive.

Shellfish-Free

Likely OK

No shellfish in gudeg.

Egg-Free

Check with staff

Hard-boiled egg (telur krecek) is a standard accompaniment.

Fish-Free

Likely OK

No fish in gudeg.

Soy-Free

Likely OK

Traditional gudeg uses no soy sauce.

Sesame-Free

Likely OK

No sesame in gudeg.

Vegetarian

Likely OK

Jackfruit is fully plant-based. Egg accompaniment is optional.

Key risk: Gudeg is a slow-cooked vegetarian dish but still contains candlenut (tree nut) in its spice base and coconut milk throughout. It is served with hard-boiled egg (krecek egg) in most restaurant servings.

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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.