Why Visit?
Mie Lethek is a traditional Javanese noodle made from cassava and tapioca flour, famous for its unique texture and 100% natural ingredients—no preservatives or artificial coloring. Visiting a mie lethek factory offers a rare glimpse into centuries-old, hand-made noodle production, still using traditional stone mills and wood-fired stoves.
What to Do?
- See the traditional stone milling process to grind cassava flour.
- Watch how the noodles are hand-kneaded and sun-dried.
- Learn about the wood-fired cooking method that gives mie lethek its special taste.
- Try a delicious bowl of freshly cooked mie lethek goreng or mie lethek kuah.
Getting There
Mie Lethek factories are located in Bantul, Yogyakarta, about 45 minutes from the city center.
Tips for Visitors
✅ The process involves firewood and steam, so expect some heat.
✅ Bring extra cash to buy fresh mie lethek as a souvenir.
✅ Best visited in the morning when production is in full swing