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Kamir
Kamir Arab kecil.jpg
A plate of kamir.
Type Bread, pancake, kue
Course Breakfast
Place of origin Indonesia
Region or state Central Java
Created by Arab-Javanese

Kamir is a yummy, round-shaped bread or pancake from Indonesia. People also call it khamir or samir. It's a bit like a thick pancake or a soft bread.

Kamir is made from a simple mix of flour, butter, and eggs. Sometimes, people add fun fillings like banana, tapai (fermented cassava), strawberry, pineapple, jackfruit, cheese, or even chocolate!

What is Kamir?

Kamir is a special treat known in the Arab-Javanese community. This community lives in Indonesia, especially in a place called Pemalang Regency in Central Java. It's a popular breakfast or snack.

What Does Kamir Look Like?

Kue Samir 2
Cooking kamir pancakes.

Kamir is usually round and flat, with a lovely brown color. It looks a lot like a pancake or a type of Indonesian cake called apem. However, kamir is often a bit bigger and thicker.

The size of kamir can change a lot! Some kamir breads are as big as a dinner plate. Others are much smaller, about the size of a small bowl. No matter the size, they are always delicious!

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