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Indonesian Fried Rice — traditional dish from Jakarta, Indonesia
Main course Meat

Food Flavour DNA

Nutritional Values

🔥700kcal
💪30gProtein
🌾90gCarbs
🥑20gFat
🌿5gFibre
⚖️400 gServing

* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.

Allergens

🫘 Soy 🌾 Gluten

Indonesian Fried Rice

How to order / say it
Say it Nasi Goreng — [NAH-see go-RENG]
Order I'll have the nasi goreng, please.
Locally Saya pesan nasi goreng, tolong.
Say locally

A savory stir-fried rice dish with meat and vegetables.

Why try it?

Nasi Goreng is a staple in Indonesia, offering a glimpse into the local's everyday dining habits, with its adaptable and comforting flavor.

How it tastes

The dish is savory with a smoky undertone, featuring the umami of soy and the sweetness of kecap manis, accented by crispy fried shallots.

Origin & History — first documented: 1000

Introduced in the 10th century, Nasi Goreng developed from a way to avoid wasting leftover rice. It became popular globally in the 20th century.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌾 500 g cooked rice
  • 🥩 200 g chicken breast
  • 🥣 50 ml soy sauce
  • 🥣 50 ml kecap manis
  • 🧄 100 g shallots
  • 🧄 4 cloves garlic
  • 🥕 100 g carrots
  • 🥕 50 g peas
  • 🧂 2 pcs chili
  • 🥚 2 pcs egg

Method

  1. 1 Fry the shallots and garlic until fragrant then add chicken.
  2. 2 Add the rice, vegetables, soy sauce, and kecap manis.
  3. 3 Stir-fry until all the ingredients are well-mixed and the rice is heated through.
  4. 4 Serve with a fried egg on top and sliced chilies.
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