![]() Mie lethek | |
Alternative names | Mie Lethek Garuda |
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Type | Noodle |
Course | Main |
Place of origin | Indonesia |
Region or state | Yogyakarta |
Serving temperature | Hot |
Mie lethek (lit. 'Ugly noodles') is a noodle dish originating from Srandakan, Bantul Regency, Special Region of Yogyakarta.[1] This dish primarily consists of grated cassava and grated coconut, typically using a bull to process the noodles. The word "lethek" is derived from its brownish color, resembling the bark of a tree.[2] Mie lethek is less popular in the Yogyakarta region due to competition from other dishes like petis, kuning, and instant noodles. However, in Bantul, mie lethek is well-known and enjoyed by the local community.[3][4]