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Nasi lemak
Cook rice in coconut milk, water and salt until done. Rest.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Nasi lemak take?
55 min all in โ 20 min prep, 35 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 plates. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Medium.
How spicy is it?
Hot.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Fish, Peanuts, Eggs. Labels are informational โ check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Dairy-free, Gluten-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget โ about $8โ16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Saucepan, Frying pan.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 tsp.
How much sugar?
1 tbsp of Sugar.
What can I use instead?
Ikan bilis โ Crispy fried shallots. Vegetarian plate. Still nasi lemak-ish.
Any tips from this recipe?
Pandan leaf in the rice is the perfume if you find it. A piece of fried chicken on the side is a hawker upgrade.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.