Coconut Rice Nasi Lemak
Experience the unforgettable flavors of Coconut Rice Nasi Lemak, Malaysia’s iconic comfort dish that brings bold aromas and vibrant textures to your plate. Perfectly fluffy, fragrant rice is infused with creamy coconut milk and the subtle sweetness of pandan leaves, creating a luxurious base for an assortment of savory and fresh accompaniments. Crispy fried anchovies, crunchy roasted peanuts, cool cucumber slices, and rich hard-boiled eggs complement the harmonious blend of flavors, all tied together with a spicy-sweet sambal sauce. Ready in under an hour, this authentic nasi lemak recipe is as versatile as it is satisfying, ideal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Impress your family or guests with this traditional Southeast Asian feast!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups White rice
- 1.5 cups Coconut milk
- 1 cup Water
- 2 leaves Pandan leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Dried anchovies
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup Roasted peanuts
- 4 pieces Eggs
- 1 piece Cucumbers
- 0.5 cups Sambal (store-bought or homemade)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the white rice until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
Step 2
In a rice cooker or pot, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, salt, and tied pandan leaves. Stir gently to mix.
Step 3
Cook the rice using the rice cooker or bring to a boil in the pot, then lower the heat and simmer with the lid on until the rice is soft and fragrant. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
Step 4
Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the dried anchovies until they are golden and crispy. Set aside on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
Step 5
Hard-boil the eggs by placing them in a pot of water. Bring the water to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat, cool, and peel the eggs.
Step 6
Slice the cucumber into thin discs and set aside.
Step 7
Toast the roasted peanuts lightly in a dry pan over medium heat if not already roasted.
Step 8
Plate the dish by serving a generous scoop of coconut rice in the center of the plate. Arrange the crispy anchovies, roasted peanuts, boiled eggs (halved), cucumber slices, and sambal around the rice.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy this authentic Malaysian Coconut Rice Nasi Lemak!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1779.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2486.8 |
| Total Fat 123.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 28.0g | |
| Cholesterol 1167.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7353.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 157.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 40.4g | |
| Protein 186.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 164IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2838.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 23.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4472.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories