Authentic Malaysian Nasi Lemak Recipe
Discover the rich and aromatic flavors of Malaysia with this authentic Nasi Lemak recipe. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Nasi Lemak is a staple in Malaysian cuisine that combines fragrant coconut rice with a variety of tasty accompaniments. Follow this easy recipe to bring a taste of Malaysia to your kitchen.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 pandan leaves, knotted
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 boiled eggs
- 1 cup roasted peanuts
- 1 cup fried anchovies (ikan bilis)
- Sambal (spicy chili paste)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Rice:
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a rice cooker, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, pandan leaves, and salt.
- Add water according to your rice cooker’s instructions (usually 1:1 ratio with the rice).
- Cook the rice until done and fragrant.
- Boil the Eggs:
- Boil the eggs for about 10-12 minutes until hard-boiled.
- Cool, peel, and set them aside.
- Prepare the Accompaniments:
- Roast the peanuts until golden brown.
- Fry the anchovies until crispy.
- Prepare the sambal or use a store-bought version for convenience.
- Assemble the Nasi Lemak:
- Serve a scoop of coconut rice on a plate.
- Add a boiled egg, roasted peanuts, fried anchovies, and a generous spoonful of sambal on the side.
- Garnish with cucumber slices and fried chicken or beef rendang if desired.
- Enjoy:
- Mix the rice with the accompaniments and enjoy the delicious and aromatic flavors of this classic Malaysian dish.
Recommended Products
- Rice Cooker
- Product: Zojirushi NS-TSC10 5-1/2-Cup (Uncooked) Micom Rice Cooker and Warmer
- Description: Perfect for cooking jasmine rice to perfection, this rice cooker has advanced fuzzy logic technology for precise cooking.
- Coconut Milk
- Product: Thai Kitchen Organic Unsweetened Coconut Milk
- Description: High-quality organic coconut milk essential for making fragrant coconut rice.
- Pandan Leaves
- Product: Frozen Pandan Leaves
- Description: These pandan leaves add an authentic aroma and flavor to the rice.
- Fried Anchovies (Ikan Bilis)
- Product: Roasted and Salted Anchovy Fish (Ikan Bilis)
- Description: Ready-to-eat fried anchovies that add a crispy texture to your Nasi Lemak.
- Sambal (Spicy Chili Paste)
- Product: Huy Fong Sambal Oelek Chili Paste
- Description: A convenient and tasty sambal option to spice up your dish.
- Non-Stick Frying Pan
- Product: T-fal E93808 Professional Nonstick Fry Pan
- Description: Ideal for frying the anchovies and roasting peanuts.
- Cucumber Slicer
- Product: OXO Good Grips Handheld Mandoline Slicer
- Description: Quickly and easily slice cucumbers to garnish your Nasi Lemak.
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