Nasi Goreng Kampung

Discover the irresistible flavors of Nasi Goreng Kampung, a beloved traditional Malaysian-Indonesian fried rice dish that’s bursting with bold, savory notes. Made with fluffy jasmine rice, crispy fried anchovies, and aromatic garlic and shallots, this recipe is elevated by the fiery kick of red bird’s eye chili and the rich sweetness of kecap manis (sweet soy sauce). The dish is cooked to perfection in a wok, delivering a smoky, caramelized essence characteristic of authentic street food cuisine. Topped with fresh cucumber slices, juicy tomato wedges, crunchy fried shallots, and vibrant spring onion, it’s a complete meal that’s as satisfying as it is flavorful. Ready in just 30 minutes, this homemade Nasi Goreng Kampung delivers traditional taste and wholesome comfort, ideal for weeknight dinners or a quick trip to culinary paradise.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 500 grams cooked jasmine rice
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 3 medium shallots
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 3 pieces red bird's eye chili
• 50 grams anchovies
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons kecap manis (sweet soy sauce)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 100 grams sliced cucumber
• 1 medium tomato wedges
• 2 tablespoons fried shallots
• 1 stalk spring onion

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the ingredients by thinly slicing the shallots and garlic, and roughly chopping the red bird's eye chili.

Step 2

In a large wok or frying pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the anchovies and fry until they are golden brown and crispy, then remove and set aside.

Step 4

In the same oil, sauté the shallots, garlic, and chilies until aromatic, around 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Push the sautéed ingredients to the side of the pan, and crack the eggs into the empty space. Scramble them lightly and cook until just set.

Step 6

Add the cooked jasmine rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps with a spatula.

Step 7

Pour the kecap manis over the rice, and add salt and ground white pepper.

Step 8

Stir everything together, ensuring the rice is evenly coated with the sauce, and continue to fry, stirring regularly for about 5 minutes.

Step 9

Add the crispy fried anchovies back into the pan and toss to mix.

Step 10

Serve the nasi goreng kampung hot, garnished with sliced cucumber, tomato wedges, fried shallots, and chopped spring onion.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1081.7 grams (1081.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1472

Total Fat 49.30g	63%
Saturated Fat 9.00g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 415mg	138%
Sodium 5288mg	230%
Total Carbohydrate 208.70g	76%
Dietary Fiber 13.10g	47%
Total Sugars 37.00g
Protein 50.10g	100%

Vitamin D 116IU	580%
Calcium 392mg	30%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 2597mg	55%

*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: 30.0%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 56.4%