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🌾 Nasi Goreng Kampung Recipe (Authentic Malaysian Village-Style Fried Rice)

Aromatic, spicy, smoky, and packed with authentic kampung flavors — this Nasi Goreng Kampung recipe is one of the most-loved Malaysian fried rice dishes. Ready in under 20 minutes, made with leftover rice, sambal, anchovies, and fresh veggies.


Why You’ll Love This Nasi Goreng Kampung

  • Quick & easy (perfect weeknight meal)
  • Authentic spicy kampung flavor
  • Uses simple ingredients
  • Great way to use leftover rice
  • Customizable with chicken, shrimp, or egg

📝 Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • ½ cup anchovies (ikan bilis)
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2–3 bird’s eye chilies (or to taste)
  • 1 tsp belacan (shrimp paste)
  • 2 tbsp sambal oelek or homemade sambal
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (spinach, kangkung, or cabbage)
  • 1 egg (fried or scrambled)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • Salt to taste
  • Sliced cucumber, tomatoes, and fried egg for serving

🔥 How to Make Nasi Goreng Kampung

Step 1: Fry the Anchovies

Heat oil and fry anchovies until crispy. Remove and set aside.

Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics

In the same pan, sauté onion, garlic, chilies, and belacan until fragrant.

Step 3: Add Sambal

Add sambal and cook until the oil separates for deep flavor.

Step 4: Add Rice & Seasoning

Add rice, soy sauce, and salt. Stir-fry on high heat to get a smoky, charred aroma.

Step 5: Add Veggies & Egg

Mix in vegetables and egg (fried egg on top or scrambled).

Step 6: Serve Hot

Top with crispy anchovies, cucumber slices, and a fried egg.


🍽 Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with fried egg
  • Add chicken, shrimp, or tofu
  • Pair with sambal belacan or spicy pickles

FAQs

1. Can I use fresh rice?

Yes, but day-old rice gives the best texture.

2. Can I skip anchovies?

Yes, replace with chicken or shrimp — but anchovies give the signature kampung flavor.

3. Is belacan necessary?

It adds authentic aroma, but you can skip it if unavailable.


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