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Authentic Indonesian Nasi Goreng Recipe: A Flavorful Fried Rice Delight

Let's dive into making delicious Indonesian Nasi Goreng. Follow these steps to create a tasty meal that captures the essence of this beloved dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indonesian
Servings 0
Calories 1094 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups of cold, day-old rice
  • 2 tablespoons of cooking oil
  • 1 chicken breast, diced or 200g shrimp, peeled
  • 2 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red chili, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons kecap manis (sweet soy sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon shrimp paste (optional)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cucumber, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 tomato, sliced (for garnish)
  • Krupuk (traditional crackers, for serving)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Ingredients
    First, gather all ingredients. Ensure the rice is cold and day-old for the best texture.
  • Cook Protein
    Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chicken or shrimp. Cook for about 5 minutes until cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Sauté Aromatics
    In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil. Sauté the shallots, garlic, and chili until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Mix Rice and Sauces
    Add the cold rice to the pan. Stir well to combine with the aromatics. Pour in the kecap manis, soy sauce, and shrimp paste. Mix everything thoroughly.
  • Combine Protein
    Return the cooked chicken or shrimp to the pan. Stir well until everything is heated through and evenly mixed.
  • Cook Egg
    In a separate small pan, fry the egg sunny-side-up. Cook until the edges are crispy and the yolk is still runny.
  • Assemble and Serve
    Plate the nasi goreng, placing the fried egg on top. Garnish with sliced cucumber and tomato. Serve with krupuk on the side for an authentic touch. Enjoy your meal!

Nutrition

Calories: 1094kcalCarbohydrates: 122gProtein: 32gFat: 53gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 30gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 306mgSodium: 2503mgPotassium: 1483mgFiber: 7gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 2087IUVitamin C: 72mgCalcium: 147mgIron: 5mg
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