Nasi Goreng
Nasi Goreng is a popular fried rice dish from Indonesia, often considered the country's national dish. It is typically made with cooked rice stir-fried with a sweet soy sauce (kecap manis), garlic, shallots, chili, and various proteins like chicken, shrimp, or eggs, and is commonly garnished with fried shallots and cucumber slices.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Nasi Goreng is generally a balanced meal, providing a good source of carbohydrates from the rice, protein from the meat or eggs, and fats from the cooking oil. A typical serving contains around 500-700 calories, depending on the portion size and specific ingredients used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 15 g |
| Carbs | 60 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Potassium | 300 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.2 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 4 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Folate | 50 µg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
Per 1 plate (250 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Nasi Goreng is a beloved street food and home-cooked meal across Southeast Asia, with each region offering its own unique twist. Nutritionally, it is interesting because it transforms leftover rice into a flavorful and satisfying dish, making it a practical and sustainable way to reduce food waste.
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