Nasi Uduk

Infuse your kitchen with the mouthwatering aroma of 'Nasi Uduk,' a beloved Indonesian coconut rice dish that's as fragrant as it is flavorful. This recipe transforms plain white rice into a luxurious delicacy by simmering it in rich coconut milk, along with a medley of aromatic ingredients like bruised lemongrass, knotted pandan leaves, bay leaves, and a touch of galangal. The result is a perfectly fluffy, savory rice infused with tropical notes, ready to elevate any meal. Ready in just 40 minutes, Nasi Uduk is the perfect accompaniment to fried chicken, tempeh, or homemade sambal for an authentically Indonesian feast. Treat your taste buds to this comforting yet exotic side dish today!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups white rice
• 1.5 cups coconut milk
• 1 cup water
• 1 lemongrass stalk, bruised
• 2 pandan leaves, knotted
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 thumb-sized piece galangal, sliced
• 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Start by rinsing the rice thoroughly under cold running water. Repeat until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a large pot, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, and water. Stir well to mix the liquids evenly.

Step 3

Add the bruised lemongrass stalk, knotted pandan leaves, bay leaves, sliced galangal, and salt into the pot. Stir gently to integrate the spices.

Step 4

Place the pot on medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom.

Step 5

Once it starts simmering, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.

Step 6

Allow the rice to cook gently for about 20 minutes without lifting the lid, allowing the steam to do its work.

Step 7

After 20 minutes, turn off the heat but leave the pot covered for another 10 minutes to let the rice absorb any remaining moisture and finish cooking.

Step 8

Carefully remove the lid, discard the lemongrass, pandan leaves, and bay leaves.

Step 9

Fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains before serving.

Step 10

Serve the Nasi Uduk warm. It pairs wonderfully with fried chicken, crispy tempeh, or sambal on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	954.2 grams (954.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	560

Total Fat 1.80g	2%
Saturated Fat 0.60g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2431mg	106%
Total Carbohydrate 126.00g	46%
Dietary Fiber 2.00g	7%
Total Sugars 25.40g
Protein 8.90g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 88mg	7%
Iron 1mg	8%
Potassium 531mg	11%

*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: 2.9%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 90.7%