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Nasi Campur

A traditional Indonesian rice platter featuring warm jasmine rice served alongside spiced shredded chicken, sambal eggs, fresh cucumber, and toasted peanuts.

50 minMediumServes 4580 cal/serving

IndonesianDinnerStovetopHigh ProteinGluten-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups jasmine rice, rinsed
  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast, poached
  • 4 eggs, hard-boiled
  • 4 shallots, sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/4 cup sambal oelek
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook 2 cups rinsed jasmine rice in double its volume of water until tender and fluffy.

  2. 2

    Poach 1 lb boneless chicken breast in simmering water until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F, then shred with two forks.

  3. 3

    Heat 2 tbsp coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté 4 sliced shallots and 4 minced garlic cloves for 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in 1 tsp ground turmeric, 1/4 cup sambal oelek, and shredded chicken, cooking for 3 minutes until warm.

  5. 5

    Add peeled 4 hard-boiled eggs to the skillet and toss in the warm sauce until evenly coated.

  6. 6

    Scoop cooked rice into the center of plates, then arrange spiced chicken, eggs, 1 sliced cucumber, and 1/4 cup roasted peanuts around the edges.

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Questions

What is Nasi Campur?

A traditional Indonesian rice platter featuring warm jasmine rice served alongside spiced shredded chicken, sambal eggs, fresh cucumber, and toasted peanuts. This reference files it under Indonesian dinner: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 50 minutes start to finish.

What internal temperature should Nasi Campur reach?

For Nasi Campur, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for sambal oelek in Nasi Campur?

The entry for Nasi Campur calls for 1/4 cup sambal oelek. In its place: Sriracha or any plain chili-garlic sauce works, measure for measure. Crushed red pepper flakes soaked in a little vinegar also do the job.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts in Nasi Campur?

Yes. Boneless thighs at the same weight are more forgiving and stay juicier. Give them two to four minutes longer; they are at their best around 175 F rather than 165 F. As written, the entry for Nasi Campur uses 1 lb boneless chicken breast, poached.

Can I make Nasi Campur less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Nasi Campur comes from 1/4 cup sambal oelek. For a milder plate, start with half the sambal and add more to taste at the end; nothing else in the method changes.

Does Nasi Campur contain peanuts?

Yes: 1/4 cup roasted peanuts. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs and peanuts. Where the peanuts are a garnish, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds give the same crunch. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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