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Description
A spicy and flavorful Indonesian fried rice dish, topped with a perfectly fried egg. This recipe brings authentic Nasi Goreng to your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1 red chili, thinly sliced (or to taste)
- 1 tablespoon shrimp paste (terasi), toasted
- 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sambal oelek (or more, for extra spice)
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice, day-old is best
- 1/4 cup cooked chicken or shrimp, diced (optional)
- 2 large eggs
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Cucumber slices, for serving
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add minced garlic and chopped shallot, stir-fry until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add sliced red chili and toasted shrimp paste, stir-fry for another 30 seconds.
- Pour in sweet soy sauce, soy sauce, sambal oelek, and white pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Add the cooked rice and diced chicken or shrimp (if using). Stir-fry until the rice is heated through and well combined with the sauce, about 3-5 minutes. Season with salt if needed.
- While the rice is cooking, heat a separate small skillet with a little oil over medium heat.
- Crack the eggs into the skillet and fry them sunny-side up or to your preference.
- Serve the Nasi Goreng hot, topped with a fried egg. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with cucumber slices.
Notes
- Using day-old rice is recommended as it is drier and will not become mushy.
- Adjust the amount of chili and sambal oelek to control the spiciness.
- Shrimp paste can be strong; ensure it is toasted to mellow its flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Indonesian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg
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