Introduction
Nasi goreng is a popular dish in Indonesia, and there are many variations of it. One of the most delicious kinds is nasi goreng mentega, which uses butter as one of the main ingredients. This dish is easy to make and perfect for a quick and tasty meal.
Ingredients
To make nasi goreng mentega, you will need the following ingredients:
- 3 cups of cooked rice
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup of diced chicken or shrimp
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 tablespoons of sweet soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of pepper
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
Instructions
1. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the chicken or shrimp and continue stir-frying until cooked through.
4. Push the ingredients to one side of the pan and pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble the eggs until cooked, then mix them in with the other ingredients.
5. Add the cooked rice to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
6. Add the sweet soy sauce, salt, and pepper and continue stir-frying for another minute or so.
7. Add the butter and stir until melted and well combined.
8. Finally, add the chopped green onions and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes.
9. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
This recipe serves 4 people and contains approximately:
- Calories: 502
- Protein: 19g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 732mg
Tips and Variations
- For a vegetarian version, you can omit the chicken or shrimp and add more vegetables like carrots, peas, and bell peppers.
- You can also add other ingredients like chopped bacon, mushrooms, or tofu to make the dish more flavorful.
- If you like your nasi goreng spicy, you can add some chopped chili or a few drops of hot sauce.
- To make the dish healthier, you can use brown rice instead of white rice and reduce the amount of butter and oil.
