Low Carb Nasi Merah

Discover the perfect low-carb alternative to your favorite Indonesian comfort food with this flavorful Low Carb Nasi Merah recipe! Packed with vibrant vegetables, tender chicken breast, and spicy aromatics, this dish swaps traditional red rice (nasi merah) for nutrient-rich cauliflower rice, keeping it healthy and keto-friendly without sacrificing taste. Sautéed in fragrant coconut oil and seasoned with soy sauce, fish sauce, and a zesty squeeze of lime, every bite is bursting with savory umami flavor. Topped with fluffy scrambled eggs and garnished with fresh spring onions, this quick 40-minute recipe is a wholesome, satisfying meal perfect for lunch or dinner. Whether you're aiming to eat low-carb or simply craving a lighter take on nasi goreng, this versatile dish hits the spot!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil
• 3 pieces Shallots
• 2 pieces Garlic Cloves
• 1 piece Red Chili
• 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
• 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce
• 2 pieces Eggs
• 100 grams Green Beans
• 1 medium Carrots
• 200 grams Chicken Breast
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 stalks Spring Onions
• 1 piece Lime

Directions

Step 1

Break the cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until it resembles rice. Set aside.

Step 2

Dice the shallots and garlic cloves. Slice the red chili.

Step 3

Cut the chicken breast into small cubes.

Step 4

Trim the green beans and slice them into 1-inch pieces. Dice the carrot into small cubes.

Step 5

Heat one tablespoon of coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat. Scramble the eggs, then set them aside.

Step 6

Add the remaining coconut oil to the pan. Sauté the shallots, garlic, and red chili until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

Step 7

Increase the heat to high. Add the cubed chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Add the green beans and carrots, and stir-fry for another 3 minutes.

Step 9

Add the cauliflower rice, soy sauce, and fish sauce to the pan. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 10

Return the scrambled eggs to the pan and combine them with the stir-fry.

Step 11

Season with salt and black pepper. Stir vigorously to blend all flavors together.

Step 12

Finely chop the spring onions and use them to garnish the dish.

Step 13

Squeeze fresh lime juice over the low carb nasi merah before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1353.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1032.4

Total Fat 47.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 544mg	0%
Sodium 5489.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.6g	0%
Total Sugars 29.2g
Protein 90.7g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 389.2mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 3692.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.8%

Protein: 33.3%

Carbs: 27.9%