What is "kemplang"

Kemplang is a traditional savory krupuk fish cracker snack commonly found in Southern parts of Sumatra, Indonesia. Kemplang crackers are commonly made of ikan tenggiri ( wahoo) or any type of spanish mackerel, mixed with tapioca starch and other flavorings, sun-dried and then grilled or fried.

The shape of a kemplang is similar to Japanese senbei cracker. It is flat and round with whitish color, sometimes with dark burnt acquired from grilling process. Kemplang is usually consumed with a sour and spicy sambal chili paste.