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Beef Nasi Goreng

Beef Nasi Goreng: Elevate Your Weeknight Dinner Game

Beef Nasi Goreng is a delicious Indonesian fried rice dish that combines minced beef, vibrant vegetables, and bold flavors for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indonesian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Aromatic Base
  • 500 grams minced beef or ground turkey/chicken for lighter options
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic crushed
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
  • 2 stalks spring onions chopped
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sambal oelek or fresh chili
  • 1 tablespoon shrimp paste omit for vegetarian versions
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or gluten-free tamari
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey/agave syrup
For the Rice
  • 2 cups cooked rice best if chilled overnight
For Garnishing and Serving
  • 2 large eggs sunny-side up, or tofu scramble for vegan option
  • 1 cup fresh vegetables such as cucumbers and tomatoes
  • cilantro optional, or substitute with parsley

Equipment

  • large deep frying pan or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse 2 cups of uncooked rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to package instructions and refrigerate overnight.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large deep frying pan or wok over medium heat. Add 1 finely diced onion and 3 crushed garlic cloves, sauté for 3-5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add 500 grams of minced beef and 1 diced red bell pepper to the pan, breaking up the meat as it cooks for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Mix in 2 tablespoons of sambal oelek, 1 tablespoon of shrimp paste, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of maple syrup. Stir for 2 minutes.
  5. Add the chilled cooked rice to the pan, breaking apart any clumps. Stir-fry for approximately 5 minutes.
  6. Once the rice is hot, fold in 2 chopped spring onions and stir for an additional minute.
  7. In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil and fry 2 eggs sunny-side up for 2-3 minutes until the whites are set.
  8. Plate the Beef Nasi Goreng topped with the fried eggs, garnished with spring onions and cilantro. Serve with sliced cucumbers and tomatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Chill your rice overnight for best results. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust sambal oelek according to taste and prepare all ingredients beforehand.

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