Nasi Lemak With Sambal Chicken Modified

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 0
Nasi Lemak With Sambal Chicken Modified
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup coconut milk
2 cups water
2 pandan leaves ( knotted )
1/4 of a gingerroot ( Sliced )
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups uncooked rice
1/2 a chicken ( skinned )
6 dried red chilies
3 cups water
1 1/2 cloves onions
1 1/2 garlic
1/4 of a gingerroot
1/4 cup oil
1 pinch salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
345
Sugar
1g
Fat
22g
Nasi Lemak is a traditional Malaysian dish that is commonly found in hawker centers and local restaurants. Often served for breakfast, Nasi Lemak is a dish of fragrant rice cooked with coconut milk and served with a variety of side dishes such as Sambal chicken, fried anchovies, roasted peanuts, cucumber slices and hard-boiled eggs. This is a popular dish enjoyed by many Malaysians and tourists alike. Nasi Lemak remains a national favorite for any meal of the day and is often served at social gatherings and festivities.

Instructions

1.Wash rice and put in rice cooker.
2.Add coconut milk, water, pandan leaves, sliced gingerroot and salt. Stir well and start cooking.
3.Next, season the chicken with a pinch of salt, black pepper and 1 tbsp of oil. Heat up a pan and fry the chicken until it’s golden brown on both sides. Set aside.
4.Grind the dried red chilies, onions and garlic. Use a blender or a grinding stone for this.
5.Heat up 1/4 cup of oil in a pan, add sliced gingerroot and sauté for 1 minute.
6.Then, add in the ground paste and fry until fragrant.
7.Add 3 cups of water and the fried chicken. Cook until the gravy thickens.
8.Serve hot with the Nasi Lemak.

PROS

Nasi Lemak is a popular famous dish in Malaysia.
The coconut milk cooked with rice makes it flavor-packed and tasty.
Pairing with Sambal chicken that has sweet and spicy flavor is perfect.
This meal is filling and satisfying.
Modifying ingredients in recipes can reduce calorie intake and make the dish healthier too.

CONS

It takes a bit of time and effort to prepare the dish.
This dish is not suitable for individuals with an upset stomach due to its spicy flavor.
The dish is high in calories and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being higher in calories and fat, coconut milk and ginger in Nasi Lemak have been linked to several health benefits. Coconut milk contains medium-chain triglycerides, which have been shown to increase satiety and reduce appetite. Ginger may relieve nausea and has anti-inflammatory properties. Spicy foods like Sambal Chicken can boost metabolism and aid in weight loss. The recipe modifications lower the calorie intake of the meal.

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