M&D (71): More Ketjap

[ERIK at smtp.goddard.com]

Along with being a symbol of Dutch colonialism, apparently Ketjap 
also reinforces the interracial/intercultural/slave theme-- according to 
http://www.wp.com/WOCDIR.COM/prim_ind.html, 
regarding ketjap:

 On the island of Singapore the Chinese slaves, who were all men,
married the local Malaysian women, and in doing so created what is known as 
"Nonya" cuisine after the slang name given to the offspring of their interracial 
coupleings. Typical seasonings for the area include: Kecap or Ketjap Manis, 
Galangal, Krachai, Lemongrass, Shallots, Kemirinut, Garam Masala (an Indian 
inspired 6 spice curry: corriander seeds, black peppercorns, cumin, cloves, 
cardomon and cinnamon), Kafir lime leaves, Tamarind, Garlic, Shrimp paste,
Fish sauce and Chiles. National dishes; Indonesia: Gado Gado-Vegetable salad
with peanut sauce. Malaysia: Satay- Seasoned grilled meat, usually beef. 
Singapore: Chili Crab-Crab cooked with chili sauce.