Nasi Goreng (Malaysia/Indonesia)

 Nasi Goreng (Malaysia/Indonesia) Cooking History:

Nasi goreng has a long history that can be traced back to the following.

• Chinese fried rice: Nasi goreng is believed to have been developed from Chinese fried rice.
• 2nd-century CE China: Soy sauce, a main ingredient in nasi goreng, was first created in China.
• 10th century: The Chinese began trading with the Indonesian archipelago, bringing their culture and food with them.
• 15th century: The Chinese influence on Indonesian food became more prominent during the Majapahit era.
• Colonial period: Nasi goreng became a part of the Indies culture and was mentioned in Dutch literature.
• 1918: The dish was mentioned in the serial story "Student Hidjo" by Marco Kartodikromo.
• 1925: A Dutch cookbook, "Groot Nieuw Volledig Oost Indisch Kookboek," featured a recipe for nasi goreng.
• 1964: Nasi goreng was served at the Indonesian pavilion at the New York World's Fair.
• 2018: The Indonesian government recognized nasi goreng as one of the country's national dishes.

Nasi Goreng (Malaysia/Indonesia) Cooking Ingredients:

Here are the ingredients for traditional Nasi Goreng:

Main ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old rice)
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., peas, carrots, corn)
• 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
• 2 cups cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon oyster sauce (optional)
• 1 teaspoon kecap manis (sweet soy sauce)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Spices and seasonings:

• 1 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Garnishes:

• 2 green onions, chopped
• 2 slices of fresh cucumber
• 2 slices of fresh tomato
• 1/4 cup fried shallots (optional)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
• Sambal chili sauce (optional)

Other ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons fried anchovies (optional)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh scallions (optional)

Feel free to adjust the ingredients based on your personal preferences and regional variations!