Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice)

Name: Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 8-12 ounces crispy tofu, pan-seared chicken or shrimp- all optional; 3 tablespoons oil, divided; 2 shallots (or 1/2 an onion), chopped; 4 garlic cloves, rough chopped; 1 cup diced carrot (small dice!); 1 cup red bell pepper, chopped; 2 cups sliced mushrooms; 1 cup fresh shucked peas, snow peas, snap peas or green beans; 2 eggs, whisked with a generous pinch salt (optional); 3 cups cooked rice, (leftover, dried out, is best -see notes); 3 tablespoons soy sauce, more to taste (see notes) Or GF Liquid Aminos ( or sweet soy sauce- see notes); 1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup, honey or palm sugar; drizzle of sesame oil; 1/4-1/2 cup chopped scallions; optional seasonings: Terasi shrimp powder and Kecap Manis (see notes)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:15min

Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice) loaded up with fresh veggies! Add chicken, shrimp or eggs, or keep it vegan with Tofu! Easy tasty recipe! Vegan-adaptable and gluten-free.

Updated at: Sun, 03 May 2026 00:05:56 GMT