The sup kambing was adopted by locals, and often linked to the Islamic festival of kurban (Eid al-Adha), where large numbers of cattle – including goats, are slaughtered and distributed among people. As the result, despite its Arab origin, today in Indonesia sup kambing is more associated with Malay, Madurese, and Betawi cuisine.
The sup kambing dish, originally from Arab culture, has become a staple of Indonesian cuisine, particularly among the Malay, Madurese, and Betawi communities.