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Chinese Prawn Nasi Goreng Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1/2 pound prawns, peeled and deveined
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish

Special equipment needed:
- Wok or large skillet

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat the wok or skillet over high heat and add the vegetable oil.
2. Add the beaten eggs and scramble until cooked. Remove from the wok and set aside.
3. Add the prawns to the wok and stir-fry until pink and cooked through. Remove from the wok and set aside.
4. Add the onion and garlic to the wok and stir-fry until fragrant and softened.
5. Add the frozen peas and carrots and stir-fry until heated through.
6. Add the cooked rice to the wok and stir-fry until heated through and slightly crispy.
7. Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper to the wok and stir-fry until everything is evenly coated.
8. Add the scrambled eggs and prawns back into the wok and stir-fry until everything is heated through.
9. Serve hot with fresh cilantro for garnish.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
High heat
Serving size:
4 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 320
Fat: 11g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 17g
Sodium: 1080mg

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Shrimp can be substituted for prawns.
- Fresh or canned vegetables can be used instead of frozen.

Variations:
- Chicken, beef, or tofu can be used instead of prawns.
- Different vegetables can be used, such as bell peppers, broccoli, or mushrooms.
- Spices such as ginger or chili flakes can be added for extra flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Use cold, leftover rice for best results.
- Make sure the wok or skillet is hot before adding ingredients.
- Stir-fry quickly to prevent the rice from becoming mushy.

Storage instructions:
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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

Presentation ideas:
Serve in a bowl with fresh cilantro on top.

Garnishes:
Fresh cilantro

Pairings:
Serve 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 rice is too mushy, it may have been overcooked or not cooled enough before stir-frying.
- If the dish is too salty, reduce the amount of soy sauce or fish sauce used.

Food safety advice:
Make sure the prawns are fully cooked before eating.

Food history:
Nasi Goreng is a popular Indonesian fried rice dish that is typically made with leftover rice and a variety of vegetables and proteins.

Flavor profiles:
Savory, slightly sweet, and umami.

Serving suggestions:
Serve hot as a main dish.

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Region: Indonesian

Taste: Spicy, Savory, Umami, Garlicky, Tangy, Fragrant