Malaysian Coconut Milk Rice (Nasi Lemak)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 9

The Malaysian Coconut Milk Rice (Nasi Lemak) Recipe

by The Chefin Rice

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

520

Sugar

Fat

47g

Nasi Lemak is a popular dish in Malaysia, and it typically consists of coconut milk rice, cucumber slices, sambal, roasted peanuts, fried anchovies, and hard-boiled eggs. The dish is commonly eaten for breakfast, but it can be enjoyed anytime as a full meal or snack. The rice is cooked in coconut milk, which gives it a rich and creamy texture and a subtle coconut flavor. It is often served wrapped in banana leaves, which add an earthy aroma to the dish.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
2.	In a medium-sized saucepan, add the rice, coconut milk, ginger, salt, and cinnamon stick and bring to a boil.
3.	Reduce the heat to low and cover. Cook for approximately 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
4.	Once the rice is cooked, remove from heat and let it sit for about 10 minutes before fluffing it with a fork.
5.	Remove the ginger and cinnamon stick before serving. Serve warm with your preferred accompaniments or toppings such as cucumber slices, hard-boiled eggs, sambal, peanuts, and anchovies. Enjoy!

PROS

Nasi Lemak is a popular Malaysian dish that is easy to make and customizable with your desired toppings or accompaniments.
The coconut milk gives the rice a delicious flavor and aroma, making it an excellent option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat, mainly due to the use of coconut milk.
As such, it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Additionally, some people may find the ginger and cinnamon flavor too strong for their taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being high in calories and fat, the use of coconut milk in this recipe can provide some health benefits as it is a source of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which have been linked to weight loss, improved metabolism, and brain function. Additionally, ginger has anti-inflammatory properties that may help ease nausea, reduce muscle pain, and lower blood sugar levels.

	1 1/2 cups long-grain rice
	1 1/2 cups coconut milk
	1/2 inch piece fresh ginger , peeled and finely sliced
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1/2 cinnamon stick