Rendang is a Southeast Asian spicy meat dish originating from the Minangkabau people of Indonesia. It has spread across Indonesia and to the cuisines of neighboring Southeast Asian countries.[One of the characteristic foods of Minangkabau culture, it is served at ceremonial occasions and to honour guests.Rendang is also traditionally served among the Malay community and the Maranao people. Rendang is traditionally prepared by the Minangkabau community during festive occasions such as traditional ceremonies, wedding feasts and Hari Raya (Eid al-Fitr).
Although culinary experts often describe rendang as a curry,rendang is usually not considered as such in Indonesia since it is richer and contains less liquid than is normal for Indonesian curries.In 2011 an online poll of 35,000 people by CNN International chose rendang as the number one dish of their "World's 50 Most Delicious Foods (Readers' Pick)" list.In 2018, rendang is officially recognised as one of 5 national dishes of Indonesia.
