Malaysian Nasi Lemak Recipe

Nasi Lemak is a popular Malaysian dish that is often eaten for breakfast but can be enjoyed any time of the day. It consists of fragrant coconut rice served with a spicy sambal sauce, fried anchovies, peanuts, cucumber, and boiled egg. This dish is packed with flavors and textures, making it a delicious and satisfying meal. In this recipe, we’ll show you how to make an authentic Malaysian Nasi Lemak that will transport you straight to the streets of Kuala Lumpur.

Nasi Lemak can be customized with a variety of toppings, such as chicken, beef, or vegetables. Feel free to experiment and make the dish your own!

Malaysian Nasi Lemak Recipe

In this recipe, we'll show you how to make an authentic Malaysian Nasi Lemak that will transport you straight to the streets of Kuala Lumpur.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Dishes, Rice, Side Dish

Cuisine Asian, Malaysian

Servings 4 people

Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

• Rice Cooker or Pot With Lid
• Mixing bowl
• Cutting Board
• Sharp Knife
• Skillet or Wok
• Measuring Cups & Spoons

Ingredients

  

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• 2 cups Jasmine Rice
• 1 can Coconut Milk
• 1 3/4 cups Water
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 cup Roasted Peanuts
• 1/2 cup Dried Anchovies Fried
• 2 Cucumbers Sliced
• 4 Eggs Boiled & Halved

For The Sambal:

• 10 Red Chili Peppers Dried, Soaked In Hot Water For 10 Minutes
• 4 Shallots Chopped
• 4 Garlic Cloves Minced
• 1 tsp Belacan (Shrimp Paste)
• 2 tbsp Tamarind Paste
• 2 tbsp Sugar
• 1 tsp Salt

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Instructions

 

• Rinse the jasmine rice until the water runs clear. In a rice cooker or pot, combine the rice, coconut milk, water, and salt. Cook the rice according to the manufacturer's instructions.
• While the rice is cooking, prepare the sambal. In a blender or food processor, combine the soaked chili peppers, shallots, garlic, belacan, tamarind paste, sugar, and salt. Blend until the mixture forms a paste.
• In a skillet or wok, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the sambal paste and fry it for a few minutes until fragrant.
• To assemble the Nasi Lemak, divide the cooked rice between 4 plates. Top each plate with a spoonful of sambal sauce, roasted peanuts, fried anchovies, sliced cucumbers, and boiled egg halves.

Notes

Note: Nasi Lemak can be customized with a variety of toppings, such as chicken, beef, or vegetables. Feel free to experiment and make the dish your own!

Slow Cooker Instructions:

To make the rice for Nasi Lemak in a slow cooker, combine the rice, coconut milk, water, and salt in the slow cooker and cook on high for 2-3 hours or on low for 4-6 hours. Proceed with the recipe as written.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 69gProtein: 19gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 215mgSodium: 1200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 9g

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