Nasi Goreng

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5.0

12 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    448 kcal

  • Course

    Lunch, Dinner

  • Cuisine

    Asian, Indonesian

Nasi Goreng

Elevate your fried rice game with this authentic Nasi Goreng recipe, a beloved Indonesian classic. Sautéed with aromatic garlic, onion, and red chili peppers, this dish pairs flavorful shrimp paste and tender chicken with day-old rice, finally tying it all together with a rich blend of sweet soy sauce, fish sauce, and ketchup. It's a one-pan wonder that's both nutritious and packed full of complex flavors.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 red chili peppers seeded and minced
  • 1 tablespoon shrimp paste
  • 1 chicken breast boneless and skinless, diced
  • 4 cups cooked rice preferably day old
  • 1 tablespoon Sweet soy sauce kecap manis
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables carrots, green beans, peas
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions chopped
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Instructions

  1. In a large wok or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over high heat. Add the garlic and onion and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Add the red chili peppers and shrimp paste and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add the diced chicken to the pan and cook until it's no longer pink. Add the cooked rice and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until heated through and lightly browned.
  3. Add the sweet soy sauce, fish sauce, and ketchup and stir-fry for another minute. Add the mixed vegetables and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  4. Push the rice mixture to one side of the wok or pan and pour the beaten eggs onto the other side. Scramble the eggs until they are cooked through, then mix them into the rice mixture.
  5. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Notes

  • Day-Old Rice: For best results, use rice that has been cooked and cooled, preferably left in the fridge overnight. This helps to prevent the rice from becoming mushy during stir-frying.
  • Shrimp Paste Substitution: If shrimp paste is unavailable, you can use an equal amount of fish sauce or soy sauce for a different but still delicious flavor profile.
  • Adjusting Spice Level: The red chili peppers add a kick to the dish. Feel free to adjust the quantity based on your spice tolerance or omit them entirely if you prefer a milder dish.
  • Egg Cooking Tip: Make sure to push the rice to one side of the pan when cooking the eggs. This ensures they scramble well before incorporating them into the rest of the dish.
  • Serving Suggestion: Nasi Goreng is often enjoyed with additional sides like fried eggs, prawns, or even some satay skewers. Feel free to customize to your liking!
  • Vegetable Choices: The recipe calls for a mix of vegetables like carrots, green beans, and peas, but you can easily substitute with what you have on hand or prefer.
  • Kecap Manis: This is a sweet Indonesian soy sauce. If unavailable, mix regular soy sauce with a bit of brown sugar as a substitute.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 448kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 62g (21%) Protein 22g (44%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 162mg (54%) Sodium 723mg (30%) Potassium 421mg (12%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 2773IU (55%) Vitamin C 40mg (44%) Calcium 78mg (8%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 448 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 448kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 62g 21%
Protein 22g 44%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 162mg 54%
Sodium 723mg 30%
Potassium 421mg 9%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 2773IU 55%
Vitamin C 40mg 44%
Calcium 78mg 8%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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