Since all our products are carefully batch-made to ensure the highest quality, we only open orders for a new batch at specific times. This allows us to focus on crafting each product with care and attention to detail.
Typically, we start accepting orders for the next batch once a week. However, the exact timing can vary based on demand and production schedules.
To make sure you don’t miss out, we recommend following us on Facebook and Instagram. We post regular updates there, including notifications about when the next batch is open for orders. It’s the best way to stay in the loop and secure your spot in our upcoming batches!
You can also check out our homepage which will refresh with a timer when the next open order starts!
Pempek, also known as empek-empek, is a traditional Indonesian delicacy that originates from Palembang, a city in South Sumatra. It is a savoury fish cake made primarily from a mixture of fish paste (commonly tenggiri or Spanish mackerel) and tapioca flour, giving it a unique chewy texture.
Using locally sourced ingredients here in New Zealand we try our best to mimic the same taste from home.
Pempek is typically deep-fried and served with a tangy, sweet, and spicy tamarind-based sauce called cuko.
The sauce is made from a blend of palm sugar, tamarind, and chilli, which perfectly complements the richness of the fish cake.
Pempek comes in a variety of shapes and fillings, with some of the most popular types being:
Pempek itself isn’t spicy, but the accompanying cuko sauce can range from mild to very spicy depending on how it’s prepared.
Our cuko sauce leans more towards the spicy end but can be diluted with water while still retaining its rich taste.
Yes, Pempek can be stored for later consumption. Our pempek comes in vacuum sealed bags and can be frozen for up to 1 year. Although we recommend enjoying it as soon as possible! Please refer to the product pages for each dish for more information.
When reheating, it’s best to fry or steam it before serving. The cuko sauce can also be stored in a sealed container in the fridge.