Name: Nasi goreng
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 personnes
Cuisine: Indonésienne
Ingredients: 5 bird's eye chili(es); 8 clove(s) garlic; 4 shallot(s); 3 g terasi; 200 g cooked white rice; 3 clove(s) garlic; 1 egg(s); 4 bird's eye chili(es); 1 green onion(s); 1 tbsp fish sauce; kecap manis; salt; powdered chicken stock

Recipe

30 min Medium

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Servings

2 personnes

Ingredients

Instructions

Preparing the sambal:

1Peel the shallots and garlic.
2Roughly chop them.
3Place the garlic, shallots, and chilies in a blender.
4Add a little water and blend until smooth.
5Heat a little oil in a pan.
6Add the sambal and cook over low heat to reduce it.
7Add the terasi and mix.
8Cook over low heat for a few minutes.

Preparing the nasi goreng:

9Finely chop the green onions.
10Remove the seeds from the chilies and finely chop them.
11Peel and chop the garlic.
12In a large pan, sauté the garlic.
13Add the eggs and mix well.
14Then add the rice and continue mixing.
15Add a tablespoon of sambal, then the salt, chicken stock, and kecap.
16Mix well.
17Finally, stir in the green onion, chilies, and fish sauce, and mix again.
18Serve with a fried egg and sliced raw cucumber.

About this dish

Nasi goreng, literally translated as "fried rice", is an iconic dish of Indonesian cuisine. It's a simple yet flavorful preparation of fried rice mixed with a variety of ingredients. Typically, nasi goreng is seasoned with sweet soy sauce, garlic, tamarind, and sometimes shrimp paste for a deep umami flavor. It can include vegetables, chicken, shrimp, or other meats, and is often topped with crispy fried onions. A distinctive feature is the addition of an egg, either mixed directly into the rice for a creamy texture, or served fried on top. Traditionally, nasi goreng is accompanied by cucumber slices, shrimp chips (krupuk), and a small portion of pickles. Whether for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this comforting dish is loved for its rich flavor and versatility.