Indonesian Kitchen
There are not a lot of kitchen tools that are specific to cooking Indonesian dishes, but there are indeed some specialized tools required to make a certain recipe, though many of these specialized tools can be hard to find outside Indonesia. The list of kitchen tools in this page are what I personally use in my kitchen, and most will be generic enough to be used to prepare many non Indonesian recipes as well.
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Appliances
![Aroma Rice Cooker](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/rice-cooker_hu9cffce82e659b395ced3ce594c2df66a_19282_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
We eat rice daily, for lunch and dinner, so a rice cooker always sits on my countertop.
![Ninja Blender/Food Processor and Chopper](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/blender-food-processor_hu4bfbc6c17ca65cba2618da3b88dc4e65_17489_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
The chopper and the 40 oz. bowl. are useful for spice paste. The pitcher is great for smoothies.
![Brod & Taylor Proofer](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/proofer_hu16d3918a0a4a45e32056eb94cdccd949_12330_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
I make homemade tempeh with this proofer all the time. Also great for proofing bread and making yogurt.
![Kitchen Aid Hand Mixer](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/hand-mixer_hub684c6dcb68923772e2ba01c3818d619_20136_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
I use this mixer to knead bread dough, whisk egg whites, whip heavy cream, or mix cake and cookie batter.
Bakeware
![Cooling and Baking Rack](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/cooling-baking-rack_hu3bb92ecee5213c012725b58a6e395c20_41471_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
Fits inside my half-sheet pan for baking crispy bacon, chicken wings, and roast pork. A great cooling rack too.
![7-inch Angel Food Cake Pan](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/chiffon-cake-pan_hufbd012f54a42f48ad09b48042af56840_13681_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
This aluminum half-size angel food cake pan from Wilton is a must if you want to bake Asian chiffon cakes.
![8-inch Square Cake Pan](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/square-cake-pan_hu12eb9f7705db5648efec780e9846017e_7994_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
This is the cake pan I use to get that super straight edge lapis legit cake. It's also great for ogura, butter cake, and brownies.
![8.5x4.5 inch Loaf Pan](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/loaf-pan_hue2842418e564531d6d5a257035813db4_18848_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
This 8.5" x 4.5" x 2.75" pan is perfect for baking a standard 1-lb size loaf bread. It is also great for pound cakes.
Cookware
![Cuisinart Multiclad Cookware Set](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/cuisinart-cookware_hu53deac0519141d52ab3028c56747f852_14563_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
A set of multiclad cookware like this from Cuisinart should last you a life time. Mine has lasted for 5 years and still performs really well.
![Cuisinart Stir-Fry Pan](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/cuisinart-wok_hu293fae9b309059b61d7b4852a7b18367_7168_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
This is sold as a stir-fry pan, but I use this as my wok. It has a flat bottom, so much friendlier for those in the US.
![All Clad Steamer](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/all-clad-steamer_huf0d01f452167a55a0c4cd96bf07a3894_18397_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
With a 9.5-inch diameter and 4-inch deep steamer insert, it is large enough for almost all of my steaming needs. And I can use the bottom 5-quart pot as a soup pot.
![Lodge Cast Iron Skillet](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/lodge-skillet_hu2abd255336f831b3f9b82fe1f5548cfc_11523_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
Cast iron cookware will last you a life time and more when properly cared. And they are going to be your best non-stick pan ever.
![Lodge Cast Iron Grill Pan](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/lodge-grill-pan_hue993271bf32028462161cb8469fa81bc_14339_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
For grilling on the stove, this cast iron grill pan is hard to beat. Burgers, steaks, and satays (Indonesian kebab!).
Kitchen Tools
![Global Chef Knife and Sharpener](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/global-knife-sharpener_hu1937fa56e3c234eb408e40bd043c30ad_10325_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
One good chef knife is a must in any kitchen. This one has has been with me for more than 10 years. The sharpener keeps my blade sharp.
![Messermeister Ceramic Rod Knife Sharpener](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/ceramic-rod-knife-sharpener_hu979f67eb737e257aed9ec0254c02570a_3346_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
This ceramic rod sharpener is a must to properly hone and maintain the alignment of your blade.
![OXO Cutting Board](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/cutting-board_hu75fd6ee78e388022b24d27f6b9780864_6441_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
A good non-slip cutting board is a must, and this one from OXO is lightweight yet does a really good job in my kitchen.
![Inomata Rice Washing Bowl](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/rice-washing-bowl_hu1054a618029b67f77631af06baea0f65_12590_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
If you cook rice daily like me, you will love this rice washing bowl from Inomata. In a pinch, you can use it to wash vegetables and fruits too.
![Vollrath Mixing Bowls](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/vollrath-mixing-bowls_huce0a314278d37605cb5171bb074a7a82_7817_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
Every kitchen needs a set of mixing bowls. I have this set in my kitchen and they are the best mixing bowls I ever own.
![Ozeri Kitchen Scale](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/kitchen-scale_hu56bf952aa713c730f842db78ddc83158_19787_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
I cannot function without my kitchen scale, especially for baking. This one easily converts between metric (gr) and imperial (lb/oz) units.
![Microplane Zester](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/microplane-zester_hu2a20dde303ad4ae53c09f7fe548c293b_6361_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
A zester like this is a must to zest citrus, grate garlic or ginger, and equally good for cheeses and chocolates.
![OXO Stainless Steel Tongs](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/oxo-tongs_hu57e6a1333758b55676b42b0a127c7d3d_5638_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
I reach for these as much as I reach for my spatulas during cooking! And this one has been with me for more than 10 years.
![Di Oro Spatulas](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/di-oro-spatulas_huaf1d51e8b7c6ad861a4abdc506806c32_14021_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
These spatulas are heat resistant, flexible yet strong. I use these both for cooking and for stirring cake batter.
![Fine Mesh Skimmer](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/fine-mesh-skimmer_hu46985e4750a918912a12ac4070e4b6d7_5623_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
A fine mesh skimmer is the best tool to remove scums and impurities while cooking soup/broth. Works great to ladle out deep fried food too.
![Spider Strainer](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/spider-strainer_hufd067cb688bc72601d732ae5fdad113f_15733_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
When deep-frying (hello, bakwan!), a spider skimmer is your best tool to scoop out deep-fried food. And you can place it over a mixing bowl to remove excess oil.
![Oil Strainer Pot](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/oil-strainer-pot_hu2942c3b3a7409b8b2d9de32cbf4b6e18_17152_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
If you don't want to throw away your oil every time you deep fry, you will love this oil pot that comes with a strainer and a lid.
![CIA Measuring Cups](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/cia-measuring-cups_huf6134deceb777a7c54f927b157226645_12399_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
A good set of measuring cups is a must. This set from CIA is professional-grade and measures accurately! You won't ever need another set.
![CIA Measuring Spoons](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/cia-measuring-spoons_hu23c051fef2f50e08c56379c8ffbbc509_11490_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
Just like the measuring cups, this set of measuring spoons from CIA is heavy duty, measures accurately, and should last you a life time.
![Vollrath #100 Cookie Scoop](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/vollrath-100-cookie-scoop_hued95f07884cb86b284571ab75b050e0f_7754_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
The best tool to portion out smaller size Asian cookies (all those Chinese New Year cookies). Saves so much time and your hands will thank you.
![Bar Keepers Friend](https://dailycookingquest.com/img/2019/09/barkeepers-friend_hu8997e73850a0deec8c9c7e9136b7ead9_25117_600x600_resize_q75_lanczos.jpg)
This isn't a tool per say, but if you own a set of stainless steel pots and pans, there is nothing else that does a better job to clean them when nothing else works.
Updated on September 9, 2019.