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Indonesian Nasi Goreng

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Nasi goreng is a popular Indonesian fried rice dish, typically cooked with sweet soy sauce, shallots, garlic, chilies, and served with fried egg and accompaniments. It’s savory, slightly sweet, and packed with aromatic flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked and cooled white rice
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 shallots, finely sliced
  • 1 red chili, finely sliced
  • 100 g chicken breast, diced (optional)
  • 2 tbsp kecap manis (sweet soy sauce)
  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tsp shrimp paste (optional)
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fried shallots, for garnish
  • Cucumber and tomato slices, for serving
  • Prawn crackers, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the garlic, shallots, and chili, stir-frying until fragrant.
  3. If using chicken, add it now and cook until no longer pink.
  4. Push the ingredients to one side and pour in the beaten eggs, scrambling until just set.
  5. Add the cooked rice, breaking up clumps, and stir-fry to combine.
  6. Stir in kecap manis, light soy sauce, and shrimp paste (if using).
  7. Continue stir-frying until rice is heated through and evenly coated with sauce.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve hot, topped with fried shallots and accompanied by cucumber, tomato, and prawn crackers.

Notes

  • Day-old rice works best for fried rice as it is less sticky.
  • Adjust chili amount for preferred spice level.
  • You can replace chicken with shrimp, beef, or keep it vegetarian.

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Keywords: nasi goreng, Indonesian fried rice, fried rice, Indonesian cuisine, kecap manis

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