Indonesian Nasi Goreng with Prawns (Nasi Goreng Indonésien aux Crevettes)

Nasi Goreng Indonésien aux Crevettes is a delicious Indonesian fried rice dish with prawns that is full of flavor and perfect for a satisfying meal.

Non Vegetarian Main Course Indonesian Nasi Goreng Prawns Fried Rice
Indonesian Nasi Goreng with Prawns (Nasi Goreng Indonésien aux Crevettes)

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked white rice
  • 200g prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 red chilies, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon shrimp paste (terasi)
  • 1 teaspoon tamarind paste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the beaten eggs and scramble until cooked. Remove from the wok and set aside.
  3. Heat the remaining oil in the wok and sauté the onion, garlic, and chilies until fragrant.
  4. Add the prawns and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through.
  5. Stir in the rice, sweet soy sauce, soy sauce, shrimp paste, tamarind paste, sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  6. Add the scrambled eggs back into the wok and toss everything together until heated through.
  7. Transfer the Nasi Goreng to serving plates and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
20g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Wok or large frying pan Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stove Measuring spoons Measuring cups

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Garnish with sliced cucumber, tomato, and a wedge of lime. Serve with prawn crackers on the side.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For an extra kick of heat, add a spoonful of sambal oelek or chili paste to the Nasi Goreng.

Cost

$15