Ingredients

2 cups long-grain rice
salt
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
8 shallots , chopped
3 cloves garlic , crushed
1/2 inch fresh ginger , grated
2 teaspoons curry powder
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 small cabbage , thinly sliced
2 medium tomatoes , peeled , seeded , and diced
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar
3 tomatoes , coarsely chopped
1 1/4 red peppers , cored , seeded , and diced
1/2 cucumber , diced
1 stalk celery , diced
2 eggs
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons butter
Vegetarian Nasi Goreng (Fried Rice) is a traditional Indonesian stir-fry made with rice, vegetables, and spices. It is popular in many countries and is enjoyed by people of all ages. The dish is quick and easy to make, and it can be adjusted to suit different preferences. This vegetarian version of Nasi Goreng is ideal for those who prefer a plant-based diet. This dish offers a blend of flavors that are sure to satisfy all taste buds. The texture and complexity of this dish is sure to leave you wanting more.

Instructions

1.Rinse rice in cold water; drain off water. Cook the rice in salted boiling water for 12-14 minutes. Spread the rice out onto a baking sheet and immediately move it to the refrigerator.
2.In a small dish, combine the tamarind paste and 2 tablespoons of water; set aside.
3.Heat the oil in a wok or skillet over high heat. Add the shallots, garlic, and ginger, and stir-fry for 30 seconds. Add the curry powder, red pepper flakes, and turmeric, and stir-fry for 10 seconds more. Add the cabbage and diced tomatoes and stir-fry for 1 minute.
4.Add the soy sauce, brown sugar, chopped tomatoes, and red peppers. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the vegetables are cooked through.
5.Add the cucumber, celery, and cooked rice. Mix thoroughly and break up any clumps of rice. Add the tamarind paste mixture.
6.Push the contents of the wok or skillet to one side. Crack the eggs into the empty space and scramble them. Mix everything together.
7.Add salt and pepper to taste and stir in the butter to make the rice shiny.
8.Serve hot.

PROS

Quick and easy, vegetarian, rich in flavor and healthy nutrients.

CONS

Not suitable for low-carb diets due to being made from white rice.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The variety of vegetables in the dish contribute to its high vitamin and mineral content that makes it a healthy side dish in a meal.
The rice in nasi goreng provides a valuable source for carbohydrate-rich energy.

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