Nasi Goreng Recipe - Dutch-Indonesian Fried Rice
Nasi Goreng is a classic dish that repurposes leftover rice and various household ingredients into a flavorful meal.
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Instructions
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Heat 1 tablespoon sunflower oil in a large frying pan until shimmering hot.
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Fry a few eggs for 30 seconds on high heat, then reduce to medium, baste, and cook for another minute until done. Carefully remove.
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Halve 1 cucumber, scoop out seeds, and slice into thin half-moons.
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Halve 1 chile, scrape out seeds, and finely chop; add to the cucumber.
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Prepare dressing by mixing 2 tablespoons sunflower oil, 1 tablespoon plain vinegar, and a pinch each of sugar, salt, and pepper. Toss with cucumber and chile; serve immediately.
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Heat oil in a wok or large frying pan.
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Sauté onions, garlic, and bacon lardons for a few minutes until vegetables are glazed and bacon is cooked.
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Add eggs to the wok and cook until they begin to set, then add cooked rice in batches while stirring constantly.
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Serve the Nasi Goreng topped with the fried eggs and cucumber salad.