🇮🇩 Indonesia recipe

Nasi Uduk

Nasi Uduk is a fragrant coconut rice dish originating from the Betawi people of Jakarta. The rice is cooked in coconut milk infused with lemongrass, pandan leaves, and bay leaves, giving it a subtle sweetness and intoxicating aroma. Traditionally wrapped in banana leaves and served for breakfast with an array of side dishes, Nasi Uduk is Jakarta's answer to comfort food.

Prep10 mins
Cook30 mins
Serves4
Difficultyeasy
Nasi Uduk, a Indonesia dish

Ingredients

  • 2 cups long-grain jasmine rice, washed and drained
  • 400ml coconut milk
  • 100ml water
  • 2 pandan leaves, knotted
  • 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised and knotted
  • 2 bay leaves (Indonesian salam leaves preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons fried shallots for garnish
  • Sliced cucumber for garnish
  • Sambal for serving
  • Fried chicken or omelette for serving

Method

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Nutrition per serving

Calories
350
Protein
6 g
Carbs
48 g
Fat
14 g

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