Vegetarian Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice)

Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, Vegetarian Nasi Goreng is a delightful twist on Indonesia’s beloved fried rice, offering a plant-based option packed with hearty vegetables and fragrant spices. This quick and easy recipe elevates simple cooked jasmine rice with a tantalizing mix of garlic, sweet soy sauce (kecap manis), chili sauce, and fresh lime juice for a perfect balance of savory, sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. Crisp stir-fried vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, green beans, and cabbage provide texture and nutrition, while sesame oil infuses the dish with a rich, nutty aroma. Whether served as a satisfying main course or a flavor-packed side dish, this Indonesian classic is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep, ready in just 35 minutes. Garnish with cucumber slices and fried shallots for an authentic touch, and transport your taste buds to the streets of Indonesia with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 medium onion
• 1 small carrot
• 1 small red bell pepper
• 100 grams green beans
• 100 grams cabbage
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
• 1 tablespoon chili sauce
• 2 stalks spring onions
• 1 small lime
• 0 optional for garnish cucumber slices
• 0 optional for garnish fried shallots

Directions

Step 1

Before starting, make sure you have cooked the rice and let it cool completely. This can be done a day ahead if preferred.

Step 2

Peel and mince the garlic. Finely chop the onions. Slice the carrot and bell pepper into thin strips. Chop the green beans into small pieces. Thinly slice the cabbage.

Step 3

Heat a large wok or non-stick frying pan over medium heat and add the sesame oil.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the pan. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes until fragrant and the onions are translucent.

Step 5

Increase the heat to high, then add the carrot, red bell pepper, green beans, and cabbage. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are starting to soften but still retain some crunch.

Step 6

Add the cooked rice to the pan. Break up any clumps with a spatula and stir everything together until the rice is well mixed with the vegetables.

Step 7

Add the soy sauce, sweet soy sauce (kecap manis), and chili sauce. Toss the rice thoroughly to evenly coat with the sauces.

Step 8

Continue to stir-fry for another 3-5 minutes until the rice has absorbed the sauces and is heated through.

Step 9

Chop the spring onions and add them to the rice. Squeeze the juice from the lime over the rice and stir to combine.

Step 10

Taste and add more seasoning if needed. Remove from heat.

Step 11

Serve the vegetarian nasi goreng hot, garnished with cucumber slices and fried shallots for extra flavor and crunch, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1407g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1786.0

Total Fat 67.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2877.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 263.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 39.1g
Protein 32.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 315.9mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 2001.9mg	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: 33.7%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 58.9%