Recipe of Nasi Lemak
Nasi Lemak is a beloved Malaysian dish that combines fragrant coconut rice with a variety of flavorful accompaniments. This easy recipe will guide you through creating a delicious and satisfying Nasi Lemak that's perfect for breakfast or any meal. The dish is typically served with sambal, anchovies, peanuts, boiled eggs, and cucumber
Recipe Summary
Preparation
45 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Category
Rice
Ingredients
- 2 cups of jasmine rice
- 1 can (14 oz) of coconut milk
- 2 pandan leaves (optional)
- 1 lemongrass stalk, bruised
- 4 hard-boiled eggs
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup of dried anchovies
- 1 cup of roasted peanuts
- 4 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- Salt and sugar to taste
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Instructions:
- Wash the rice and drain it. Place it in a rice cooker with the coconut milk, pandan leaves (if available), lemongrass, and a pinch of salt. Cook the rice as you normally would, allowing it to soak in the coconut milk's rich flavor.
- While the rice is cooking, prepare the sambal. You can use store-bought sambal or make your own by sautéing dried anchovies in a pan with a little oil until crispy. Then, add the sambal paste and cook for a few minutes until fragrant.
- When the rice is ready, remove the pandan leaves and lemongrass. Fluff the rice with a fork.
- Serve a portion of coconut rice on each plate, and top with sambal, hard-boiled eggs, cucumber slices, roasted peanuts, and extra fried anchovies. You can also include some fresh vegetables or fried chicken if desired.
- Enjoy your homemade Nasi Lemak, a delightful and flavorful Malaysian dish that's perfect for any time of day!
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Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Nasi Lemak and get the best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
- Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
- Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Nasi Lemak to give a different touch to your preparation.
- Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
- Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
- Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 45 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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