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Nasi Kuning

A fragrant Indonesian rice cooked with coconut milk, ground turmeric, and aromatic leaves. It delivers a golden color and rich, herbal taste suitable for celebratory meals.

35 minEasyServes 4310 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups jasmine rice, rinsed
  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 2 lemongrass stalks, bruised
  • 4 kaffir lime leaves, bruised
  • 1 pandan leaf, knotted
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine 1 cup full-fat coconut milk, 1.5 cups water, 1 tsp ground turmeric, and 1 tsp fine sea salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisking until smooth.

  2. 2

    Add 2 bruised lemongrass stalks, 4 bruised kaffir lime leaves, 1 knotted pandan leaf, and 2 cups rinsed jasmine rice to the pot, then bring to a boil.

  3. 3

    Reduce heat to low, cover tightly with a lid, and simmer for 15 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.

  4. 4

    Remove from heat and let sit covered for 10 minutes, then discard the herbs and fluff with a fork.

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Questions

What is Nasi Kuning?

A fragrant Indonesian rice cooked with coconut milk, ground turmeric, and aromatic leaves. It delivers a golden color and rich, herbal taste suitable for celebratory meals. This reference files it under Indonesian side: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 35 minutes start to finish.

How long does Nasi Kuning take?

As written, 35 minutes: 10 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 3 (15 minutes): "Reduce heat to low, cover tightly with a lid, and simmer for 15 minutes until the liquid is absorbed."

Is there a substitute for makrut lime leaves in Nasi Kuning?

The entry for Nasi Kuning calls for 4 kaffir lime leaves, bruised. In its place: Use the zest of one lime for every two leaves, added near the end of cooking.

How many calories are in Nasi Kuning?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 310 calories, with 5 g protein, 48 g carbohydrate and 11 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 590 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Nasi Kuning keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Nasi Kuning within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. The grain firms up as it chills; add a spoonful of water before reheating.

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