How do you make the perfect nasi goreng?

Put the rice in a pan with 400ml boiling water. Stir once, bring to a simmer, then cover and turn the heat right down. Cook for 15 minutes, then take off the heat and leave on a damp tea towel or cloth for five minutes with the lid off.

What is the principal ingredient used in nasi goreng?

The basic ingredients of nasi goreng are rice and sliced or ground bumbu (spices) mixture of shallot, garlic, pepper, salt, tomato ketchup, sambal or chili sauce, and usually sweet soy sauce.

What do you eat with nasi goreng?

How to serve Nasi Goreng. Nasi Goreng is traditionally served with a fried egg and a side of fresh vegetables (commonly plain juicy wedges of tomato and cucumber). Both these side options are very typical in various parts of Asia to add protein and vegetables to a plate to turn something carb-heavy into a meal.

How unhealthy is nasi goreng?

Nasi Goreng can definitely be a healthy meal as its contents are very customizable. However, a typical Nasi Goreng has most of its calories coming from fats and carbs so it has high potential for poor weight management.

How to make nasi goreng in a wok?

Method Heat the oil in a wok over a high heat. Add the onion and cook for 3-4 mins until softened and slightly caramelised. Toss in the carrot and cabbage, then cook for 1-2 mins. Add the rice and stir to warm through. Serve the rice in a large bowl, topped with the fried egg and drizzled with chilli sauce.

How to make nasi goreng with kecap manis?

Instructions Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add chilli and garlic, stir for 10 seconds. Add onion, cook for 1 minute. Add chicken, cook until it mostly turns white, then add 1 tbsp kecap manis and cook for a further 1 minute or until chicken is mostly cooked through and a bit caramelised.

What kind of egg is in nasi goreng?

Meaning ‘fried rice’ in Indonesian, nasi goreng is a dish made with a pungent spice paste and always served with fried eggs, sliced cucumber and tomato, no matter where you eat it.

Which is the best side dish for nasi goreng?

Nasi Goreng is also a terrific Asian side dish option, something a little different that packs a bit of a flavour punch! Try it on the side of: Asian Chilli Garlic Shrimp/Prawns – big punchy flavours, tastes like Thai Chilli jam! Or have a browse of my Asian recipes collection for more ideas! I do hope you try this.