Indonesian Sambal Fried Rice (Nasi Goreng)

Indonesian Sambal Fried Rice (Nasi Goreng)

The ultimate Indonesian street food, made fiery with CEREN Sambal Oelek.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)

  • 2 tablespoons CEREN Sambal Oelek
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon kecap manis (sweet soy sauce)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • ½ cup cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Fresh cucumber and tomato slices for garnish

Instructions

Prepare eggs: In a wok, scramble eggs, set aside.

Stir-fry base: Heat oil, sauté onion, garlic, and carrot until soft. Add CEREN Sambal Oelek, stir-fry until fragrant.

Add rice & sauces: Toss in rice, soy sauce, and kecap manis. Stir-fry until evenly coated. Add protein (if using) and scrambled eggs.

Serve: Top with cucumber and tomato slices.

👉 Spicy, smoky, and slightly sweet — a Southeast Asian comfort food classic.