Nasi Goreng

It is an Indonesian-style fried rice, which is very popular in The Netherlands. There are many variations, but this one is vegetarian. 

Nasi Goren (Indonesian & Dutch)

"Fried Rice"

Serves 4-6

7 organic shallots, peeled, 4 cut into fourths, 3 sliced thinly

5 green or red Thai chilies, stemmed

4 organic garlic cloves

3 Tbs. (45 g) organic dark brown sugar

3 Tbs. (45 ml) each organic: honey, molasses, fish sauce, soy sauce or gluten-free liquid aminos 

1/2 cup (120 ml) olive oil

organic cooked rice

organic broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces

4 organic sliced scallions

organic lime wedges

garnish with 

• sliced organic tomatoes, cucumbers, and green onion
• fried eggs or
• simple omelet cut into slices

Indonesian / Dutch /ij/ long i

satu / éen 1. Place in a blender: shallots, chiles, and garlic for about 15 pulses. Transfer to a bowl.

dua / twee 2. In another bowl, whisk sugar, molasses, soy sauce, and fish sauce.

tiga / drie3. Over medium heat, cook the oil and sliced shells  about 5-10 minutes.

empat / vier 4. Break up any clumps of rice. Combine with broccoli and water in a skillet, cover, and cook over medium-high heat for 4-6 minutes. Place in a bowl.

lima / vijf 5. Heat 3 Tbs. (45 ml) oil over medium heat.

enam / aes 6. Add the shallot-chili mixture and cook until golden, 3-5 minutes.

tujuh  /zeven 7. Whisk in the molasses mixture.

delapan / acht 8. Add the rice and broccoli, until warm, about 3-5 minutes.

sembilan / negen 9. Remove and add the scallions.

sepuluh / tien 10. Transfer to a serving platter and add any garnishes and lime wedges