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Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice)

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

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

Ingredients

  • 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

Instructions

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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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!

Nutrition Information

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%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 306

% Daily Value*

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%

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