An afternoon meal at the famous Hotel Des Indes in Batavia with waiters

The video discusses the role of tropical forests in providing ingredients for Indonesian cuisine, particularly for Indian meals. It highlights the European interest in these culinary delights, especially at the Hotel des Indes in Jakarta. The preparation of Indian meals requires 44 different ingredients, both plant and animal-based. Some ingredients are so spicy that Westerners need refreshing drinks to consume them.

What is one of the roles of tropical forests mentioned in the video?

• They are solely for wildlife conservation.

• They provide essential ingredients for Indonesian cuisine.

• They only produce poisons.

• They are used for logging.

Where do Europeans enjoy Indonesian cuisine according to the video?

• In Bali's street markets.

• At the Hotel des Indes in Jakarta.

• In the forests of Sumatra.

• At the beaches of Bali.

How many ingredients are needed to prepare a traditional Indonesian meal?

• 44

• 50

• 20

• 30

What is a challenge for Westerners when eating some Indonesian dishes?

• The dishes are too spicy.

• The dishes are too bland.

• The dishes are too salty.

• The dishes are too sweet.

What is required to help Westerners consume spicy Indonesian dishes?

• Bread

• Cold drinks

• Hot tea

• More spices