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Indonesian Nasi Goreng Fried Rice Recipe Easy Smoky Kecap Manis

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A quick and flavorful Indonesian fried rice recipe featuring smoky kecap manis, combining sweet, savory, and smoky flavors for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
  • 200g diced chicken thighs (optional)
  • 100g peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 3 small shallots, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small red chili, sliced (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons kecap manis (sweet soy sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 spring onions, chopped
  • Pickled shallots or acar (optional)
  • Cucumber slices (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients (10 minutes): Dice chicken thighs and peel shrimp if needed. Thinly slice shallots, mince garlic, and slice chili if using. Beat eggs in a bowl and set aside.
  2. Heat Oil & Cook Aromatics (3-4 minutes): Warm 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced shallots and cook until fragrant and slightly golden, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and chili, stirring quickly to avoid burning.
  3. Add Chicken and Shrimp (5-6 minutes): Add diced chicken, stirring to brown evenly. After 3 minutes, add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes more.
  4. Push Ingredients Aside & Scramble Eggs (2-3 minutes): Push cooked ingredients to one side of the pan. Pour beaten eggs into the empty side, scrambling gently until just set but still moist.
  5. Add Rice and Sauces (5 minutes): Add cold jasmine rice, breaking up clumps with a spatula. Stir everything together. Pour in 3 tablespoons kecap manis and 1 tablespoon light soy sauce. Stir-fry until rice is evenly coated and heated through, about 4-5 minutes, until slightly caramelized.
  6. Taste and Adjust Seasoning: Taste and add more kecap manis or soy sauce if needed. If rice feels dry, add a splash of water or oil to loosen.
  7. Serve and Garnish: Transfer nasi goreng to plates. Sprinkle chopped spring onions on top. Serve with cucumber slices and pickled shallots or acar on the side.

Notes

Use day-old rice for best texture to avoid mushiness. Control heat to prevent burning aromatics and to develop smoky flavor. If you can’t find kecap manis, substitute with 2 tablespoons soy sauce mixed with 1 tablespoon molasses or brown sugar. Avoid adding eggs too early to keep them soft and silky. Cook in batches if pan overcrowds to maintain crispness.

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Keywords: Nasi Goreng, Indonesian fried rice, kecap manis, smoky fried rice, easy fried rice recipe, Asian cuisine, quick dinner

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