Joyce's Indonesian Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Joyce's Indonesian Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup shallots chopped; 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic chopped; 2 each serrano chiles chopped; 1 teaspoon shrimp paste; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 6 ounces shrimp; 1/2 cup sweet red bell peppers diced; 1/2 cup green peas; 1 cup cabbage shredded; 6 cups long grain rice; 1 tablespoon soy sauce, light; 3 each scallions, spring or green onions sliced; 1/2 cup chicken cooked; 1/2 cup pork barbecue

Servings: persons

1/2 cup shallots chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons garlic chopped
2 each serrano chiles chopped
1 teaspoon shrimp paste
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 ounces shrimp
1/2 cup sweet red bell peppers diced
1/2 cup green peas
1 cup cabbage shredded
6 cups long grain rice
1 tablespoon soy sauce, light
3 each scallions, spring or green onions sliced
1/2 cup chicken cooked
1/2 cup pork barbecue

1
COVER TAMARIND PULP with 1/2 cup of boiling water.
2
With the back of a fork, mash the fibers and seeds.
3
When dissolved, strain, and reserve 13 cup of tamarind water.
4
In a food processor or mortar, process or pound the shallots, garlic, chiles, shrimp paste, turmeric and salt into as smooth a paste as possible.
5
Set a wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
6
When hot, add the oil and spice paste; gently brown.
7
Turn heat to high and add the shrimp; stir-fry until they turn bright orange, about 30 seconds.
8
Remove and set aside.
9
Add bell peppers, peas and cabbage; stir-fry until vegetables are cooked but still crisp, about 1 1/2 minutes.
10
Add rice; stir-fry together, breaking up the lumps of rice.
11
When the rice grains are separated, add tamarind water, ketjap manis, light soy sauce, green onions, chicken, barbecued pork and reserved shrimp; mix together.
12
Check for seasonings.
13
Transfer to a serving plate, garnish with coriander and arrange the cucumbers around the edge.

1340

kcal

Calories

Fat

234

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup shallots chopped, 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic chopped, 2 each serrano chiles chopped, 1 teaspoon shrimp paste, and more.

Yes, Joyce's Indonesian Fried Rice 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!

Joyce's Indonesian Fried Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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