Nasi Goreng Kampung

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked long grain white rice
• 3 tablespoons cooking oil
• 1/4 cup dried anchovies
• 4 garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 serrano peppers (minced)
• 1 tablespoon sambal oelek
• 1/2 teaspoon shrimp paste
• 1/2 teaspoon coconut sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to preference)
• 3 cups water spinach (ong choy)
• 1 cup shredded or cubed chicken (cooked)
• 3 green onions (chopped)
• Fried shallots (optional for serving)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the oil in a wok over medium high heat and add the anchovies. Fry for 1-2 minutes, then remove and set aside.

2. 2

   Add the shrimp paste, sambal, garlic, chilies, pepper, salt, and sugar and fry 30-60 seconds.

3. 3

   Add the anchovies back in. Add the water spinach and toss to combine. Let it cook down for 3-5 minutes, tossing regularly to prevent spices from burning.

4. 4

   Add the chicken and green onions and toss to combine.

5. 5

   Add the rice and toss to combine, breaking up any chunks of rice. Let cook 2-4 minutes, until fully combined and rice starts to brown lightly in places.

6. 6

   Remove from heat and serve topped with crispy fried shallots. You can also top with a fried egg.