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: 2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice; 2 eggs, beaten; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 8 ounces boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2 inch strips; 6 ounces raw shrimp, peeled; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons chopped garlic; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh gingerroot; 1 tablespoon dried shrimp paste; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon chili bean sauce or 1 -2 teaspoon sambal oelek; 1 tablespoon oyster sauce; 1 tablespoon ketjap manis or 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce; Garnish; 3 tablespoons finely chopped spring onions; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

Servings: persons

2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
2 eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 ounces boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2 inch strips
6 ounces raw shrimp, peeled
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh gingerroot
1 tablespoon dried shrimp paste
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chili bean sauce or 1 -2 teaspoon sambal oelek
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon ketjap manis or 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
Garnish
3 tablespoons finely chopped spring onions
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

1
Boil rice in plenty of salted water until cooked.
2
Rinse, drain and spread the rice to cool.
3
Do this at least two hours ahead, or preferably, leave overnight in the fridge.
4
Combine eggs with sesame oil and salt, and put aside (see below).
5
Heat wok or large frying pan over heat until hot.
6
Add oil, and wait until it is very hot and slightly smoking.
7
Add the onions, ginger, shrimp paste, garlic, and pepper, and stir-fry for 2 minutes, squashing the shrimp paste as you go.
8
Then add chicken and shrimp and stir-fry for a further 2 minutes.
9
Add rice and continue to stir-fry for 3 minutes.
10
Now add the chilli bean sauce or sambal oelek, oyster sauce and ketjap manis/dark soy sauce and continue to stir-fry for 2 minutes.
11
Finally, add egg mixture and continue to stir-fry for another minute.
12
Alternatively make 2 thin omelettes from the egg mixture ahead of time and cut into strips.
13
These can then be used as garnish on the finished dish.
14
Turn onto large serving platter and garnish with the spring onion and fresh cilantro, and serve hot.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice, 2 eggs, beaten, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Indonesian Fried Rice (Nasi Goreng)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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