Ingredient:
- 2 cups of rice
- 2 cups of coconut milk
- 2 cups of water
- 2 bay leaves
- 3 cloves of garlic, chopped
- 3 shallots, chopped
- 2 red chillies, sliced
- 1 lemongrass stalk, bruised
- 1 tsp of salt
- 1 tsp of sugar
- 1 tbsp of vegetable oil
- 200 gr of chicken, diced
- 200 gr of shrimp, peeled
- 100 gr of green beans, cut in half
- 100 gr of carrots, sliced
- 100 gr of cabbage, sliced
- 100 gr of bean sprouts
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions:
1. Rinse the rice and put it in a pot with coconut milk, water, bay leaves, garlic, shallots, red chillies, lemongrass, salt, and sugar. Stir well.
2. Cook the rice over medium heat until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is cooked.
3. In a wok, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and shrimp, stir-fry until the chicken is cooked and the shrimp turns pink.
4. Add the green beans, carrots, and cabbage. Stir-fry for a few minutes until they are cooked.
5. Add the bean sprouts and stir-fry for another minute.
6. Serve the rice on a plate and top with the stir-fry vegetables and meat.
7. Garnish with a wedge of lime.
Nutrition:
This recipe serves 4 people. Each serving contains approximately:
- Calories: 675
- Protein: 28g
- Fat: 37g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 674mg
Nasi liwet is a traditional Indonesian rice dish that originated in Semarang, Central Java. It is usually served with chicken, shrimp, and vegetables stir-fried in a flavorful sauce. The rice is cooked in coconut milk and spices, giving it a rich and aromatic flavor.
To make nasi liwet, you will need some basic ingredients such as rice, coconut milk, garlic, shallots, and red chillies. You can also add some lemongrass and bay leaves to enhance the flavor. The vegetables and meat can vary depending on your preference. In this recipe, we use chicken, shrimp, green beans, carrots, cabbage, and bean sprouts.
To make the rice, first, rinse the rice and put it in a pot with coconut milk, water, bay leaves, garlic, shallots, red chillies, lemongrass, salt, and sugar. Stir well and cook over medium heat until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is cooked.
To make the stir-fry, heat some oil in a wok over medium heat. Add the chicken and shrimp, stir-fry until the chicken is cooked and the shrimp turns pink. Add the vegetables and stir-fry for a few minutes until they are cooked. Finally, add the bean sprouts and stir-fry for another minute.
Serve the rice on a plate and top with the stir-fry vegetables and meat. Garnish with a wedge of lime for a refreshing flavor.
This dish is not only delicious but also nutritious. It contains protein, fiber, and vitamins from the vegetables and meat. However, it also contains a high amount of fat and calories from the coconut milk and oil. Therefore, it is recommended to consume in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
