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Indonesian nasi goreng fried rice with prawns, chicken, egg, scallions, cucumber, tomato, and crispy shallots.

Classic Indonesian Nasi Goreng

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Smoky Indonesian fried rice with prawns, chicken, kecap manis, sambal, vegetables, and a fried egg.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indonesian
Calories: 610
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
 
 

Fried Rice
  • 4 cups cold cooked jasmine rice preferably day-old
  • 8 oz raw prawns peeled and deveined
  • 8 oz boneless chicken thigh cut into small pieces
  • 2 tbsp kecap manis sweet soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sambal oelek or another chili paste
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil divided
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 large eggs one for the rice and one per two servings for topping
Garnishes
  • 2 stalks scallions sliced
  • 1/2 cup cucumber sliced
  • 1/2 cup crispy shallots

Equipment

  • Large wok or skillet
  • Rice cooker or saucepan
  • Chef's knife
  • Spatula
  • Small skillet

Method
 

Make the Spice Base:
  1. Mix the garlic, sambal, and kecap manis in a small bowl.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wok over high heat. Stir-fry the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes. Add the prawns and cook until opaque, 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
Fry the Rice:
  1. Add the remaining oil to the wok. Scramble one egg until just set, then add the spice mixture and cook for 30 seconds.
  2. Add the cold rice and toss vigorously until every grain is coated and hot, about 3 minutes.
  3. Return the chicken and prawns to the wok and toss with the scallions.
Fry the Eggs and Serve:
  1. Fry the remaining eggs in a small skillet until the whites are crisp and the yolks are still runny.
  2. Divide the nasi goreng among bowls and top with a fried egg, cucumber, and crispy shallots.

Nutrition

Calories: 610kcalCarbohydrates: 67gProtein: 34gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 315mgSodium: 1040mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9g

Notes

  • Cold, dry rice gives the best texture.
  • Kecap manis is sweet and thick; regular soy sauce is not a direct substitute.
  • Cook quickly over high heat for the best smoky flavor.