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Nasi Goreng Special

Indonesian fried rice with a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. A classic comfort food.

Nasi Goreng Special
Yield
2 servings
Total Time
25M
Category
Main Dish

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked white rice (cold)
  • 3 tbsp sweet soy sauce (Kecap Manis)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 shallots, sliced
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp chili paste (Sambal)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

The Story of Nasi Goreng

Nasi Goreng is Indonesia’s beloved national dish, traditionally served as a breakfast to use up leftover rice from the night before. What makes it distinct from Chinese fried rice is the use of Kecap Manis, a thick, sweet soy sauce that caramelizes the rice and gives it a deep brown color.

It’s a versatile dish that can be found everywhere from street food carts (kaki lima) to high-end restaurants.

Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a wok or large pan over high heat.

Step 2

Add garlic and shallots. Stir-fry until fragrant (about 1 minute).

Step 3

Push aromatics to the side, crack eggs into the pan and scramble.

Step 4

Add the cold rice and stir well to break up clumps.

Step 5

Add sweet soy sauce, chili paste, salt, and pepper. Stir-fry vigorously for 3-5 minutes until the rice is evenly coated and slightly caramelized.

Step 6

Serve hot with cucumber slices and a fried egg on top.

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