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Ayam Buah Keluak Fried Rice Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 cup diced chicken breast
- 6 pieces buah keluak, cleaned and mashed
- 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
- 1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 green onions, sliced

Special equipment needed: None

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat.
2. Add the garlic and onion and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the chicken and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
4. Add the mashed buah keluak, tamarind paste, sweet soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until well combined.
5. Add the cooked rice and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until heated through and well coated with the sauce.
6. Push the rice to one side of the pan and add the beaten eggs to the other side. Scramble the eggs until cooked through, then mix them into the rice.
7. Add the sliced green onions and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until the onions are wilted and the rice is evenly coated with the sauce.
8. Serve hot.

Preparation time is 20 minutes and cooking time is 20 minutes.
5. Temperature: Medium-high heat.
Serving size: 4 servings.

Nutritional information: Calories per serving: 350, Fat: 12g, Carbohydrates: 45g, Protein: 16g.

Substitutions for ingredients: If buah keluak is not available, you can substitute with black beans. If tamarind paste is not available, you can substitute with lime juice.

Variations: You can add vegetables such as carrots, peas, and bell peppers to the fried rice for added nutrition.

Tips and tricks: Make sure to clean the buah keluak thoroughly before mashing to remove any dirt or debris.

Storage instructions: Store any leftover fried rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions: Reheat the fried rice in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.

Presentation ideas: Serve the fried rice in a bowl or on a plate, garnished with sliced green onions.

Garnishes: Sliced green onions.

Pairings: This fried rice pairs well with a side of stir-fried vegetables or a simple salad.

Suggested side dishes: Stir-fried vegetables or a simple salad.

Troubleshooting advice: If the fried rice is too dry, add a splash of water or chicken broth to moisten it.

Food safety advice: Make sure to cook the chicken thoroughly to an internal temperature of 165°F to prevent foodborne illness.

Food history: Ayam Buah Keluak is a traditional Indonesian dish that originated from the Peranakan culture, which is a blend of Chinese and Malay cultures.

Flavor profiles: This dish has a rich and savory flavor from the buah keluak and sweet soy sauce, with a tangy kick from the tamarind paste.

Serving suggestions: Serve this dish as a main course for lunch or dinner.

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Region: Singaporean

Taste: Spicy, Savory, Rich, Nutty, Tangy