Is it easy to eat gluten-free in Indonesia?

Dining gluten-free in Indonesia is rated as: Very good in Bali; extremely limited and difficult elsewhere in Indonesia..

What are some safe local gluten-free foods in Indonesia?

Naturally gluten-free or celiac-safe local foods in Indonesia include: Plain steamed white rice (Nasi Putih), Fresh seafood grilled with salt and oil, Fresh tropical fruits, Young coconuts.

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Gluten-Free in Indonesia

Q: How do you say "I have celiac disease" in the local language in Indonesia?

In Indonesia, you say: "Saya menderita penyakit celiac. Saya tidak bisa makan lem gluten, gandum, atau kecap manis."

Celiac Safety Guide & Restaurant Directories

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Welcome to the ultimate celiac guide for traveling to Indonesia. Use our verified translations, celiac safety ratings, localized tips, and interactive directory below to eat out safely during your trip.

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"Saya menderita penyakit celiac. Saya tidak bisa makan lem gluten, gandum, atau kecap manis."

Pronunciation:Saya tidak bisa makan gandum.

AVOID: wheat, barley, rye, spelt, and soy sauce (shoyu). Show this card to servers/chefs.

Gluten-Free Cities in Indonesia

Bali

Bali is a health-food paradise. The towns of Ubud and Canggu boast dozens of dedicated gluten-free cafes, raw vegan bistros, and celiac-aware restaurants serving safe versions of Indonesian and western foods.

Safe Local Foods

✓Plain steamed white rice (Nasi Putih)
✓Fresh seafood grilled with salt and oil
✓Fresh tropical fruits
✓Young coconuts

Watch Out For

✕Kecap Manis (sweet soy sauce - contains wheat, in almost all Indonesian food)
✕Nasi Goreng & Mie Goreng (fried rice/noodles - cooked with soy sauce)
✕Fried items (shared woks)
✕Tempeh (some versions contain wheat wheat flour)

Celiac Safety & Dining Tips

1Celiac awareness is low in Indonesia, but Bali is a massive exception due to tourist demand.
2Traditional sweet soy sauce (kecap manis) contains wheat. Carry your own GF tamari.
3Eat plain rice and fresh grilled seafood when traveling outside major tourist spots.