Last night, after a long day of work, hunger struck. It was late, past midnight, as my friend, who's also the driver, and I returned to Denpasar from Munduk village. Feeling hungry, my friend suggested we visit Kreneng evening market for some late-night food.
I have never been to this market this late. To my surprise, the market was buzzing with activity despite the late hour. People were gathered around food stalls, chatting and enjoying their meals. It felt like a reliable spot for late-night eats, especially since most other places were closed.
At Soto Mr. Ketut, my friend's go-to spot, I opted for the beef Soto. It was served piping hot, with tender beef swimming in flavorful broth. I added some chili sambal, sweet soy sauce, and a squeeze of lime for an extra kick. It hit the spot perfectly.
Amidst the hustle and bustle, I spotted two young folks enjoying what looked like ice cream. Turns out, it was half-cooked eggs mixed with spice and salt, believed to boost energy. Despite my initial hesitation, I gave it a try, adding a squeeze of lime for good measure. The salty, sour taste took me by surprise, but my friend assured me it would give me an energy boost.
As we said our goodbyes to the sellers, my friend turned to me and asked, "What does eggs taste like? Does it taste good?" I chuckled and replied, "Well, it does taste like half-cooked egg, salty and sour." My friend laughed at my response and said, "Your energy will be doubled."
Reflecting on the night, I realized that while the market may not be everyone's cup of tea, it offered a glimpse into Bali's traditional culinary scene. And though I may not bring my family here due to the unfamiliar smells (well, it's traditional market smell, unlike the modern super malls smell), I will remember this as one of exotic culinary adventure 😅😅
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| All photos in this blog post are mine and were taken with a Canon G7X Mark II. |
