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Ponggol-style Nasi Lemak

Cultural Context

Nasi Lemak, a beloved dish in Singapore, is often enjoyed for breakfast or as a hearty meal throughout the day. Originating from Malay cuisine, it features fragrant coconut rice served with various accompaniments like sambal, fried chicken, and peanuts. The Ponggol-style variation is particularly famous for its crispy fried chicken and rich sambal, making it a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Today, Nasi Lemak has gained international recognition, with many variations emerging across Southeast Asia.

SingaporeanSGmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken wings
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 cup coconut milk
2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons bottled dried chili paste
2 tablespoons corn flour
2 tablespoons rice flour
1 teaspoon MSG
1 cup soda water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

fried chicken

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Grilled chicken reduces calories while maintaining protein.

sambal chili paste

🥗Healthier: homemade chili paste

💰Cheaper: store-bought chili sauce

Homemade chili paste can be made with fresh ingredients.

1

Start by marinating chicken wings in soy sauce and sesame oil.

2

Mix coconut milk, water, and salt together in a bowl before adding it to the rice.

3

Prepare the sambal by using bottled dried chili paste and cooking it until the oil splits out.

4

Add a special ingredient to the sambal for Umami flavor.

5

Make a batter for frying using corn flour, rice flour, and MSG, adding soda water for crispiness.

6

Marinate the chicken wings for about an hour before frying them.

Cooking Techniques

steamingfryingboiling

Equipment Needed

rice cookerfrying panpotknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishpeanutseggs

Also Known As

Nasi LemakSingaporean Nasi Lemak

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