Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice)

Name: Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 people
Ingredients: 1 clove shallot; 1 clove garlic; 1 red chili; 1/2 teaspoon toasted belacan; 1/2 teaspoon palm sugar; 1/2 tablespoon kecap manis; 8 oz (250g) overnight rice; 1 fried egg; 2 tablespoons oil

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
4 people
Calories
306 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Indonesian

Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice)

Kelsey Carr

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Nasi goreng/fried rice is a popular dish in Southeast Asia. This recipe is an Indonesian version of fried rice served with fried egg.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 clove shallot
1 clove garlic
1 red chili seeded
1/2 teaspoon toasted belacan terasi
1/2 teaspoon palm sugar
1/2 tablespoon kecap manis
8 oz (250g) overnight rice
1 fried egg well done
2 tablespoons oil

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Instructions

Break up the overnight or leftover rice using the back of a spoon to prevent clumping. In a wok, toast the belacan over low heat until it is dry and aromatic. The toasted belacan should be powdery and resemble tiny granules. Fry an egg until well-done and set aside.
Using a mortar and pestle or a mini food processor, blend the shallot, garlic, red chili, and toasted belacan. Transfer the blended paste to a small saucer.
Heat a wok and add oil. Add the flavoring paste and stir-fry until aromatic or until the oil separates. Add the rice to the wok and mix well with the flavoring paste. Add kecap manis and palm sugar, continuing to stir-fry until everything is well blended. Dish out the nasi goreng, top it with the fried egg, and serve immediately.

Notes

In Indonesia, nasi goreng is often served with various sides such fried prawn crackers, fresh vegetables such as lettuce, sliced cucumber, and sliced tomatoes. However, you can just make it plain like what I did. I also love sliced red chili dipped in kecap manis as a condiment. It's great with the fried egg!

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Serving 4people Calories 306kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 50g (17%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 48mg (16%) Sodium 84mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 3g (6%)