Nasi Lemak With Chicken Curry Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Start by preparing the coconut rice. Rinse the rice and drain well. In a pot, add coconut milk, water, pandan leaves, and salt. Bring to a boil.
• STEP 2.Add the rice to the pot and stir well. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and fluffy.
• STEP 3.While the rice is cooking, prepare the chicken curry. Heat oil in a pan and sauté onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned.
• STEP 4.Add curry powder, turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt. Stir well to coat the chicken. Pour in coconut milk and simmer for about 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the curry thickens.
• STEP 5.Once the rice and chicken curry are ready, serve the Nasi Lemak with Chicken Curry hot. Garnish with fried anchovies, peanuts, cucumber slices, and a hard-boiled egg.
• STEP 6.Enjoy this flavorful and aromatic Malaysian dish!

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, you can add a pandan leaf to the rice while cooking.
• If you prefer a spicier curry, you can add more chili powder or fresh chilies.
• To save time, you can use pre-made curry powder instead of individual spices.
• You can also add other accompaniments like sambal sauce or fried chicken to enhance the meal.
• Leftover Nasi Lemak with Chicken Curry can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

• Store leftover Nasi Lemak with Chicken Curry in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
• Reheat the dish in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
• Serve the Nasi Lemak with Chicken Curry hot, garnished with fried anchovies, peanuts, cucumber slices, and a hard-boiled egg.
• You can also serve it with sambal sauce or other condiments of your choice.
• Enjoy this delicious Malaysian dish as a main course for lunch or dinner.