Soy-Free Nasi Lemak

Dive into the authentic flavors of Malaysia with this Soy-Free Nasi Lemak, a delightful twist on the traditional dish, perfect for those avoiding soy. Fragrant coconut rice, infused with aromatic pandan leaves, serves as the heart of this dish, complemented by a rich, homemade sambal made with dried anchovies, shallots, and red chilies. Balanced with the freshness of crisp cucumber slices, creamy boiled eggs, and the crunch of roasted peanuts, this recipe offers a harmonious blend of savory, sweet, and spicy. Ready in just one hour, this soy-free version stays true to the essence of Nasi Lemak while catering to dietary preferences. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, it's a feast for the senses and a quintessential Southeast Asian experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Jasmine rice
• 250 ml Coconut milk
• 250 ml Water
• 2 Pandan leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 3 tablespoons Oil
• 5 Shallots
• 4 Garlic cloves
• 100 grams Dried anchovies
• 5 Red chilies
• 1 tablespoon Tamarind paste
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 Cucumber
• 4 Eggs
• 100 grams Roasted peanuts

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.

Step 2

In a rice cooker, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, and salt. Tie the pandan leaves into a knot and add them to the rice mixture.

Step 3

Cook the rice in the rice cooker as per the cooker instructions until fully cooked. Once done, fluff the rice with a fork and remove the pandan leaves.

Step 4

While the rice is cooking, prepare the sambal. Blend shallots, garlic cloves, and red chilies in a blender to form a smooth paste.

Step 5

Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the blended paste and fry until fragrant and the oil starts to separate.

Step 6

Add the dried anchovies to the pan and continue to cook until they are browned and crispy.

Step 7

Stir in the tamarind paste and brown sugar, then cook for an additional 5 minutes. Set the sambal aside.

Step 8

Boil the eggs in a pot of water for about 10 minutes. Once done, remove the eggs, let them cool slightly, peel, and cut them in half.

Step 9

Slice the cucumber into thin rounds.

Step 10

To serve, place a scoop of coconut rice on a plate. Arrange a portion of sambal on the side along with a halved egg, cucumber slices, and a small handful of roasted peanuts.

Step 11

Enjoy your soy-free Nasi Lemak!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1987.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2680.1

Total Fat 130.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15.3g
Cholesterol 922.6mg	0%
Sodium 4561.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 259.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.1g	0%
Total Sugars 80.1g
Protein 130.6g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 1546.6mg	0%
Iron 19.2mg	0%
Potassium 5171.3mg	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: 43.0%

Protein: 19.1%

Carbs: 37.9%