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Nasi Lemak


  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Hindu

Description

A comforting Southeast Asian classic with fragrant coconut rice, spicy sambal, and crunchy toppings.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • 1 1/2 cups coconut milk
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup sambal oelek
  • 1/2 cup dried anchovies
  • 1/2 cup roasted peanuts
  • 1 medium cucumber, sliced
  • 4 large eggs, hard-boiled

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice until the water runs clear.
  2. Combine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt in a saucepan.
  3. Simmer gently until rice is tender and fluffy.
  4. Warm sambal and fry anchovies until crisp.
  5. Arrange rice with all toppings and serve warm.

Notes

  • Adjust sambal to control spice level.
  • Serve warm for best flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Southeast Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 620
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 78g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 185mg

Keywords: coconut rice, sambal, rice dish