Chinese-style Nasi Goreng

Ingredients

While the original Indonesian Nasi Goreng is typically made with sweet soy sauce and shrimp paste, this Chinese adaptation incorporates Chinese sauces like oyster sauce and soy sauce for a savory umami flavor. Additionally, Chinese-style Nasi Goreng often includes ingredients like Chinese sausage, bok choy, and spring onions, which are commonly used in Chinese cuisine. We alse have the original recipe for Nasi goreng, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (400g) cooked jasmine rice 2 cups (400g) cooked jasmine rice
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 Chinese sausages, sliced 2 Chinese sausages, sliced
• 1 cup bok choy, chopped 1 cup bok choy, chopped
• 1/2 cup frozen peas 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 eggs, beaten 2 eggs, beaten
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Spring onions, chopped (for garnish) Spring onions, chopped (for garnish)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 14g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 48g, 4g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, and stir-fry until fragrant and lightly golden.
3. 3.
   Add the sliced Chinese sausages and cook until they start to release their oils.
4. 4.
   Push the sausages to one side of the wok and add the beaten eggs to the other side. Scramble the eggs until cooked through.
5. 5.
   Add the cooked jasmine rice to the wok and stir-fry for a few minutes to break up any clumps.
6. 6.
   Stir in the bok choy and frozen peas, and cook until the vegetables are tender.
7. 7.
   In a small bowl, mix together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Pour the sauce over the rice mixture and stir well to combine.
8. 8.
   Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. 9.
   Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve hot.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chinese sausages — If you can't find Chinese sausages, you can substitute with regular sausages like smoked sausage or chorizo for a different flavor profile.
• Bok choy — Make sure to wash the bok choy thoroughly and separate the leaves from the stems before chopping. The stems may require slightly longer cooking time than the leaves.

Tips & Tricks

• Use day-old cooked rice for the best texture in fried rice.
• Make sure to have all the ingredients prepped and ready before starting the stir-frying process, as it cooks quickly.
• For added flavor, you can add a dash of Chinese five-spice powder or white pepper to the dish.
• Customize your Chinese-style Nasi Goreng by adding other ingredients like shrimp, chicken, or diced vegetables.
• To achieve the classic "wok hei" flavor, cook the dish on high heat and continuously toss the ingredients in the wok.

Serving advice

Serve the Chinese-style Nasi Goreng hot as a main dish. It can be enjoyed on its own or accompanied by a side of pickled vegetables or a Chinese-style soup.

Presentation advice

For an appealing presentation, garnish the Chinese-style Nasi Goreng with a sprinkle of chopped spring onions. You can also serve it in a hollowed-out pineapple or bell pepper for an extra touch of creativity.