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Nasi Goreng

Cultural Context

Originating from Indonesia, Nasi Goreng is a beloved fried rice dish that reflects the country's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally made with leftover rice, it is often enjoyed as a late-night snack or a hearty meal. Today, variations can be found across Southeast Asia, with each region adding its unique twist, making it a global favorite.

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4 servings
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4 cups cooked long grain rice
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup shallots, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup Serrano peppers, chopped
1 lb chicken breast, diced
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/4 cup sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
1/2 cup scallions, chopped
2 hard boiled eggs, sliced
shrimp chips, for garnish

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

1

Deep fry shrimp chips in vegetable oil at 375°F until they puff up, then remove and drain on paper towels.

2

Use leftover cooked long grain rice and crumble it to prevent sticking.

3

Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat, ensuring it doesn't smoke.

4

Add finely chopped shallots to the pan and stir-fry until fragrant.

5

Add minced garlic and stir-fry briefly.

6

Add chicken breast cut into 3/4 inch thick pieces and stir-fry until almost cooked through.

7

Add shrimp and cook quickly until they turn pink.

8

Add Serrano peppers to the pan and stir-fry.

9

In a bowl, combine fish sauce, chicken stock, and sweet soy sauce.

10

Add the rice to the pan, mixing it with the chicken and shrimp, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes to reheat.

11

Add chopped scallions towards the end of cooking.

12

Serve the fried rice with sliced hard boiled eggs on top and garnish with broken shrimp chips.

Equipment Needed

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

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