ORANG PINGGIRAN - MENGGAPAI ASA UNTUK BUAH HATI TERCINTA (22/9/16) 3-1

Summary

Nanang Abdullah, a resilient man from Serang, Indonesia, faces numerous challenges after losing his job just weeks into his marriage. Despite hardships, including financial struggles and personal setbacks, he turns to making and selling cilok ayam (meatballs) to support his family. Nanang’s journey reflects his unwavering determination to make ends meet, even as he deals with a series of misfortunes, including being swindled and suffering a work injury. Alongside his wife Saniah, he remains committed to providing for his loved ones, facing both physical and emotional trials with perseverance.

Takeaways

• 😀 Nanang Abdullah wakes up early each day to sell chicken cilok, a local street food, at the market in Serang.
• 😀 Nanang had a stable job before losing it two weeks after marrying his wife, Saniah, and has since worked various jobs to support his family.
• 😀 Although making chicken cilok is not highly profitable, Nanang continues to do it as long as he has the capital to buy ingredients.
• 😀 Nanang prepares the cilok by mixing ground chicken, flour, tapioca flour, and other seasonings, then molds and boils the mixture.
• 😀 Nanang’s wife, Saniah, helps him prepare the ingredients when she can, despite her own physical and emotional challenges.
• 😀 Nanang was once deceived by someone while trying to sell cilok in Bekasi, leading to significant personal loss and hardship.
• 😀 After returning to Serang, Nanang worked in the wood industry but was injured on the job, further affecting his ability to work.
• 😀 Nanang’s income from selling cilok is modest, and he had to use part of his earnings to support his ailing father-in-law until his passing.
• 😀 Despite physical and emotional challenges, Saniah often struggles to contribute to household duties or take initiative unless directly asked by Nanang.
• 😀 Nanang, despite being overwhelmed by his responsibilities, remains committed to his family and accepts his situation with patience and determination.

Q & A

What was Nanang Abdullah's initial job before he started selling cilok?

Nanang initially had a steady job with a decent income. However, he lost it due to a layoff that occurred two weeks after his marriage to his wife, Saniah.

How does Nanang feel about doing various jobs to support his family?

Nanang is willing to do any job as long as it's halal (permissible) and generates income, even if the earnings are not substantial.

What are the main ingredients Nanang uses to make cilok?

The ingredients for making cilok include minced chicken, flour, sago flour, tapioca flour, lime powder, baking powder, pepper, garlic, and salt.

What is the process for making cilok according to Nanang?

First, Nanang grinds garlic and salt, then mixes all dry ingredients. Afterward, he adds minced chicken and gradually mixes in water until the dough reaches the desired consistency. The cilok balls are then boiled for about 5 minutes until they float to the surface.

How does Nanang handle the physical demands of his work, especially at night?

Nanang works long hours, starting in the early morning and continuing after his evening prayers. He often gets little rest and sleeps only a few hours, waking up at midnight to prepare the cilok.

What role does Nanang's wife, Saniah, play in helping him with the business?

Saniah assists Nanang when needed, helping him prepare the necessary supplies for the cilok business, despite her own limitations.

How did Nanang learn how to make cilok?

Nanang learned how to make and sell cilok from his older brother who lives in Bekasi, West Java. He also tried selling cilok himself in Bekasi before facing difficulties.

What challenges did Nanang face while living and working in Bekasi?

While in Bekasi, Nanang was deceived by someone who took all his belongings, leaving him with nothing but the clothes on his back.

What unfortunate event happened when Nanang worked in the wood milling industry?

Nanang suffered a work-related injury in the wood milling industry, further complicating his ability to earn a living.

How did Nanang get the cart he uses to sell cilok?

Nanang received the cart as a donation from a kind neighbor, as he had limited financial resources to purchase one on his own.

How does Nanang feel about his financial situation, especially regarding savings?

Nanang acknowledges that while he earns some profit from selling cilok, it's not enough to save. His earnings primarily cover daily expenses, and he struggles to save due to various family responsibilities.

What personal challenge does Saniah face in their household?

Despite appearing physically fine, Saniah often does not act her age and lacks initiative, especially when it comes to household chores. Nanang has to be very careful with her emotions, as they can easily be triggered.