Indonesian Fried Rice - Nasi Goreng Recipe

Name: Indonesian Fried Rice - Nasi Goreng
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups cold cooked rice; 2 tablespoons oil; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 5 shallots, peeled and sliced; 2 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced; 3 red chilies, sliced; 1 teaspoon dried shrimp paste; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce; sliced cucumber (to garnish); sliced tomatoes (to garnish); 8 8 ounces sliced pork or 8 ounces medium shrimp, shelled,deveined and chopped (optional); 1 cup shredded cabbage (optional)

Servings: persons

4 cups cold cooked rice
2 tablespoons oil
1 egg, lightly beaten
5 shallots, peeled and sliced
2 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced
3 red chilies, sliced
1 teaspoon dried shrimp paste
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce
sliced cucumber (to garnish)
sliced tomatoes (to garnish)
8 8 ounces sliced pork or 8 ounces medium shrimp, shelled,deveined and chopped (optional)
1 cup shredded cabbage (optional)

1
Note: This dish is usually served with traditional meat accompaniments or with meat in the dish; so the meat and cabbage to go in is optional.
2
Stir the rice with a fork to separate the grains.
3
Pour a small amount of oil in a wok and fry the egg to make a thin omelet; cool, then shred.
4
Heat the remaining oil in the wok and fry the shallots, garlic, chilies and shrimp paste until the shallots are tender (if adding any meat or shredded cabbage to this dish, add now and cook until meat is cooked through).
5
Increase the heat to high and add the rice, salt and soy sauce, adding a little oil if necessary, stirring constantly until well mixed and heated through.
6
Garnish with shredded egg, cucumber, and tomato.
7
Serve with fried egg, fried chicken, satay, and shrimp crackers, (in the traditional style), if desired.

972

kcal

Calories

Fat

147

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups cold cooked rice, 2 tablespoons oil, 1 egg, lightly beaten, 5 shallots, peeled and sliced, and more.

Yes, Indonesian Fried Rice - Nasi Goreng falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Indonesian Fried Rice - Nasi Goreng

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions