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Indonesian Nasi Goreng (Fried Rice)

A sweet, savory Indonesian fried rice with kecap manis, shallots, chili, and crispy fried shallots on top. Southeast Asian comfort food.

20 min

Ingredients

  • 4 cups Cooked Jasmine Rice
  • ½ block Extra-firm Tofu
  • 3 tbsp Kecap Manis
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 3 whole Shallots
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 1 whole Fresh Red Chili
  • 1 ½ cups Shredded Cabbage
  • 3 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • ½ whole English Cucumber
  • 1 whole Tomatoes
  • 1 whole Lime

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. Fry half the shallot slices 2–3 minutes until dark and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towel.
  2. In the same wok, add tofu and cook 3 minutes until golden. Remove.
  3. Add remaining oil. Sauté remaining shallots and garlic 1 minute. Add chili and cabbage, stir-fry 2 minutes.
  4. Add cold rice. Break up clumps and stir-fry 3–4 minutes. Pour kecap manis and soy sauce over the rice. Toss until evenly coated and slightly caramelized.
  5. Return tofu. Toss once. Serve topped with crispy fried shallots, cucumber, tomato wedges, and lime.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories480 kcal
Protein18g
Carbs70g
Fat18g
Fiber6g
Sodium600mg
Sugar10g