Vegetarian Nasi Goreng Indonesian (Printable Recipe)
A quick, flavorful vegetarian Indonesian fried rice with fresh vegetables and a fried egg topping.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Chili Sambal
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1 red chili pepper, long
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2 shallots
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2 garlic cloves
→ Nasi Goreng
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Chili Sambal, previously made
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1 teaspoon tomato paste
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2 cups jasmine rice, left overnight
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2 tablespoons kecap manis
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2 teaspoons light soy sauce
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½ teaspoon white pepper
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2 spring onions, finely sliced
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1 red chili pepper, long, finely sliced
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2 eggs
→ Serving Suggestions
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½ small cucumber, sliced
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1 tomato, chopped
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Crispy shallots, deep-fried
# Steps to Follow:
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Using a pestle and mortar or blender, combine the red chili peppers, garlic, and shallots and grind or blend until a smooth paste is achieved.
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Heat oil in a wok or large pan and stir-fry the sambal paste with the tomato paste for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring continuously to avoid burning.
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Add the overnight jasmine rice and stir well to separate the grains and coat them evenly with the sambal mixture.
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Add kecap manis, soy sauce, white pepper, spring onions, and sliced chili. Stir-fry for 2 to 3 more minutes until well combined, then remove from heat.
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Fry the eggs on high heat until the edges are crispy and golden. Cook the yolk to your desired doneness.
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Serve the rice topped with fried egg and garnish with sliced cucumber, chopped tomato, crispy shallots, and optional Sambal Oelek.
# Extra Tips:
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Use overnight rice for best texture; freshly cooked rice should be chilled to prevent clumping.
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Kecap Manis adds essential umami and sweetness; substitute with reduced soy sauce and brown sugar if unavailable.