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 min
- Cook time
- 15 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 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
- 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.