Pregnant women with chronic energy deficiency (CED) are likely to have an increased risk of fetal death (stillbirths), premature birth, congenital disabilities, low birth weight infants (LBW), and infant mortality. CED also contributes to approximately 40% of stunting incidents in Indonesia. This study aimed to identify the nutritional content of local-based food pregnant women consume. This research was carried out in 3 stages; first, a descriptive approach to analyze the nutritional content of local foods. Second, a quasi-experiment was conducted to see the effect of local food consumption. Third, a qualitative approach to explore food consumption patterns was also be conducted. The results showed that the type of local Acehnese was wet food containing high energy, water, minerals, protein, fat and carbohydrates. This food can be used as an alternative for pregnant women to support their nutritional requirements. The present study also found a significant change in mid-upper arm circumference and weight gain of pregnant women after consuming wet food. The staple foods often consumed are rice, cassava and Indomie instant noodle because they are accessible and affordable for pregnant women and their families. The Acehnese local wet food can be used as complementary food for pregnant women. Inappropriate consumption patterns can increase the risk of nutritional deficiencies among pregnant women, which will have shortterm and long-term consequences on health.