Babi Guling Bali - Taste of Tradition

By Kristina Andita Pradani -

Babi Guling Bali - Suckling Pig (English)

Babi Guling Bali is widely available across Bali, from humble roadside eateries called "warungs" to more upscale restaurants. Some of the most famous and highly-rated places

Babi Guling is one of the most famous dishes from Bali, the name itself literally means "roast pig" or "rolled pig." It's a whole suckling pig, typically a young pig, that is meticulously seasoned and spit-roasted over an open fire for several hours.



The heart of Babi Guling's flavor lies in its intricate Balinese spice paste, known as "basa genep." This complex blend typically includes ingredients like shallots, garlic, ginger, galangal, turmeric, lemongrass, chili, kaffir lime leaves, and other herbs and spices. The pig is often stuffed with this paste, and sometimes its skin is also rubbed with turmeric for color and flavor.

What you get on a plate: A typical serving of Babi Guling, often called "Nasi Babi Guling" (Babi Guling rice), comes with a variety of delicious accompaniments:

  • Crispy Pork Skin (Kulit Babi): This is often considered the most prized part – shattering, golden-brown crackling.
  • Tender Pork Meat: Slices of the succulent, flavorful roasted pork.
  • Lawar: A traditional Balinese mixed vegetable dish, often containing finely chopped green beans, grated coconut, and sometimes blood, mixed with spices.
  • Urutan: Balinese pork sausage, often made from the pig's blood and spices.
  • Sambal Matah: A fresh, raw Balinese chili salsa made with finely sliced shallots, lemongrass, and chilies, usually drizzled with hot oil.
  • Pork Soup: A savory clear soup made from the pig's bones and spices.
  • Steamed Rice: The base of the meal.


While Bali offers fantastic international cuisine, trying Babi Guling pushes you to explore authentic local flavors. It's a taste of the real Bali, Simply put, it tastes amazing! For meat-eaters, it's a truly delicious and unforgettable meal that stands out in the vast landscape of global cuisine. It's the kind of dish that people talk about long after your trip.

In essence, trying Babi Guling isn't just about satisfying hunger; it's about embarking on a sensory and cultural journey that is fundamental to the Balinese experience. If you visit Bali and don't try Babi Guling, you're truly missing out on one of its most iconic and delicious treasures.


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