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Nasi Lemak
Nasi Lemak is a beloved traditional Malaysian dish, often considered the country's national dish. This aromatic meal features fluffy coconut rice infused with pandan leaves, served alongside a symphony of textures and flavors from crispy fried chicken, spicy sambal, crunchy peanuts, and savory anchovies. Each bite is a delightful experience that captures the essence of Malaysian cuisine, making it a favorite breakfast dish and street food staple alike. Enjoyed throughout the day, Nasi Lemak brings together the richness of coconut with vibrant, spicy, and fresh accompaniments.
Ingredients
- Rice
- 2 cups, jasmine or basmati
- Coconut milk
- 1 cup
- Pandan leaves
- 2-3 leaves, tied in a knot
- Salt
- 1 teaspoon
- Fried chicken
- 4 pieces, marinated and fried
- Sambal sauce
- 1/2 cup
- Fresh chili
- 2, sliced
- Cucumber
- 1, sliced
- Roasted peanuts
- 1/2 cup
- Fried anchovies
- 1/2 cup
- Eggs
- 2, hard-boiled
Instructions
- Wash the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain well.
- In a pot, combine the rice, coconut milk, pandan leaves, and salt. Cook the rice according to your preferred method (stovetop, rice cooker, etc.).
- While the rice is cooking, prepare the accompaniments. Slice the cucumber, fry the anchovies until crispy, roast the peanuts in a dry pan until golden, and hard-boil the eggs.
- Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and remove the pandan leaves.
- Serve the nasi lemak by placing a generous scoop of coconut rice on a plate. Arrange the cucumber slices, fried anchovies, roasted peanuts, hard-boiled eggs, and fried chicken around the rice.
- Drizzle the sambal sauce over the rice and garnish with sliced fresh chili for an extra kick.
- Enjoy your delicious Nasi Lemak with a side of fresh fruit or a hot drink.
Tips
- For a spicier sambal, add more dried chilies or fresh chili to taste.
- You can substitute fried chicken with rendang or a vegetarian option like tofu for a different twist.
- Nasi Lemak is traditionally served with additional sides like fried squid or grilled fish, so feel free to customize!
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Calories: 600 Fat: 35g Carbs: 60g Protein: 25g Sodium: 800mg Sugar: 5g
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