NASI GORENG TERI

 Nasi goreng teri, or anchovy fried rice, is a tasty Indonesian dish that features small dried anchovies as a key ingredient. Here's a recipe to make nasi goreng teri:

Nasi Goreng Teri Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked rice (preferably leftover and cooled)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 100g dried anchovies (teri), rinsed and drained
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (such as carrots, peas, and bell peppers), finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon shrimp paste (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Sliced cucumber and tomato, for garnish
• Fried shallots, for garnish
• Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions:

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté until fragrant and the onion turns translucent.
3. Add dried anchovies (teri) to the pan. Stir-fry until the anchovies are crispy and golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
4. In the same pan, pour the beaten eggs into the empty side. Scramble the eggs until they are cooked. Set aside with the anchovies.
5. Add the mixed vegetables to the pan. Stir-fry for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
6. Add the cooked rice to the pan. Break up any clumps and stir-fry with the vegetables.
7. Drizzle sweet soy sauce and regular soy sauce over the rice. Add shrimp paste if using. Mix well to ensure the rice is evenly coated.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Add the cooked anchovies and scrambled eggs back into the pan. Mix everything together until well combined.
10. Continue to stir-fry until everything is heated through.
11. Garnish with sliced cucumber, tomato, and fried shallots.
12. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Enjoy your flavorful nasi goreng teri! Adjust the recipe according to your taste preferences, and feel free to add other ingredients like chicken, shrimp, or tofu.