Nasi Goreng

Transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Indonesia with this authentic Nasi Goreng recipe—a savory fried rice dish bursting with bold flavors and irresistible aromas. Perfectly seasoned with sweet soy sauce (kecap manis), a touch of shrimp paste, and fiery red chili, this dish combines fluffy cooked rice with tender shredded chicken, scrambled eggs, and crisp spring onions for a hearty yet balanced meal. Garnished with refreshing cucumber and tomato slices, Nasi Goreng offers the perfect harmony of spice, sweetness, and umami in every bite. Quick to make in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or recreating takeaway favorites at home. Whether you’re an adventurous foodie or simply seeking great comfort food, this Indonesian fried rice is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams cooked rice
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 whole shallots
• 3 whole garlic cloves
• 1 whole red chili
• 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon shrimp paste
• 150 grams chicken breast, cooked and shredded
• 2 whole spring onions
• 2 whole egg
• 0.5 whole cucumber, sliced
• 1 whole tomato, sliced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Step 1

Finely slice the shallots, garlic, and red chili. Chop the spring onions.

Step 2

In a large wok or frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced shallots, garlic, and red chili to the oil and sauté until fragrant and the shallots are golden brown.

Step 4

Add the shrimp paste to the pan and cook for another minute, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Add the shredded chicken to the pan, stir to coat in the aromatic mixture, and heat through.

Step 6

Push the ingredients to one side of the pan, add the remaining tablespoon of oil, and crack the eggs into the pan. Scramble the eggs lightly, then mix them through the other ingredients.

Step 7

Add the cooked rice to the pan. Use a spatula to break up any clumps and incorporate thoroughly with the aromatics and eggs.

Step 8

Drizzle the sweet soy sauce and regular soy sauce over the rice mixture. Stir to evenly distribute the sauces, ensuring each grain of rice is coated.

Step 9

Add salt and pepper according to taste, and toss in the chopped spring onions. Mix well.

Step 10

Once everything is well combined and heated through, remove the pan from the heat.

Step 11

Serve the nasi goreng on plates, garnishing each serving with sliced cucumber and tomato on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1237.4 grams (1237.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1623

Total Fat 61.00g	78%
Saturated Fat 11.30g	57%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.70g
Cholesterol 538mg	179%
Sodium 4619mg	201%
Total Carbohydrate 187.80g	68%
Dietary Fiber 7.50g	27%
Total Sugars 27.00g
Protein 81.80g	164%

Vitamin D 104IU	518%
Calcium 251mg	19%
Iron 12mg	67%
Potassium 1711mg	36%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.7%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 46.2%