Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups of cooked white rice
- 2 tablespoons of coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons of sambal oelek
- 2 tablespoons of anchovy paste
- 2 tablespoons of chopped shallots
- 2 tablespoons of chopped garlic
- 2 tablespoons of chopped ginger
- 2 tablespoons of chopped lemongrass
- 2 tablespoons of chopped red chilli
- 2 tablespoons of chopped coriander leaves
- 2 tablespoons of chopped spring onions
- 2 tablespoons of chopped peanuts
- 2 tablespoons of chopped anchovies
- 2 tablespoons of chopped hard-boiled egg
Special Equipment Needed:
- Rice cooker
- Frying pan
- Chopping board
- Knife
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Cook the white rice in a rice cooker according to the instructions.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
3. Add the shallots, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, red chilli, coriander leaves, spring onions, peanuts, anchovies and hard-boiled egg to the pan and fry until fragrant.
4. Add the cooked white rice to the pan and mix well.
5. Add the coconut milk, salt, sambal oelek and anchovy paste to the pan and mix well.
6. Cook for a few minutes until the flavours have blended.
7. Serve the Nasi Lemak Roti John with a side of sliced cucumbers and a wedge of lime.
Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Temperature: Medium heat
Serving Size: 4
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 300
Fat: 13g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Protein: 10g
Substitutions for Ingredients
- Coconut milk can be substituted with almond milk.
- Sambal oelek can be substituted with chilli paste.
- Anchovy paste can be substituted with fish sauce.
Variations:
- The Nasi Lemak Roti John can be served with a side of fried fish or chicken.
- The Nasi Lemak Roti John can be topped with fried shallots or crispy anchovies.
Tips and Tricks:
- To make the Nasi Lemak Roti John more flavourful, add a tablespoon of fish sauce or soy sauce.
- To make the Nasi Lemak Roti John spicier, add more chilli paste or sambal oelek.
Storage Instructions:
The Nasi Lemak Roti John can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
The Nasi Lemak Roti John can be reheated in the microwave or in a pan over low heat.
Presentation Ideas:
The Nasi Lemak Roti John can be served in a bowl with a side of sliced cucumbers and a wedge of lime.
Garnishes:
The Nasi Lemak Roti John can be garnished with chopped peanuts, chopped anchovies, fried shallots or crispy anchovies.
Pairings:
The Nasi Lemak Roti John pairs well with a side of fried fish or chicken.
Suggested Side Dishes:
The Nasi Lemak Roti John can be served with a side of sliced cucumbers, a wedge of lime and a side of fried fish or chicken.
Troubleshooting Advice:
If the Nasi Lemak Roti John is too dry, add a tablespoon of coconut milk or fish sauce.
Food Safety Advice:
Always store the Nasi Lemak Roti John in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
Food History:
Nasi Lemak is a traditional Malaysian dish that is usually served for breakfast. It is made with white rice cooked in coconut milk and served with a variety of accompaniments such as sambal oelek, anchovy paste, chopped shallots, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, red chilli, coriander leaves, spring onions, peanuts, anchovies and hard-boiled egg.
Flavor Profiles:
The Nasi Lemak Roti John has a savory, spicy and slightly sweet flavor.
Serving Suggestions:
The Nasi Lemak Roti John can be served as a main dish or as a side dish.
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Region: Malaysian