Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 cup

raw rice

4 tbsp

oil

0.75 lb

lean pork

cubed

2 unit

onions

chopped

2 clove

garlic

crushed

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

1 tsp

sambal

1 tsp

powdered ginger

1 tsp

laos, ketoembar or trassi

2 unit

leeks

cut into rings

0.5 cup

baby shrimp

peeled

1 tbsp

ketchup or soy sauce

2 tbsp

celery tops

finely chopped

2 unit

eggs

2 unit

tomatoes

sliced

4 unit

gherkins

sliced

Step 1
~4 min

Cook the rice according to package directions and let it cool.

Step 2
~4 min

Heat the oil in a heavy saucepan over high heat.

Step 3
~4 min

Brown the cubed lean pork quickly in the hot oil.

Step 4
~4 min

Add chopped onions, crushed garlic, salt, pepper, sambal, powdered ginger, and optional Indonesian spices (laos, ketoembar, or trassi) to the pan.

Step 5
~4 min

Sauté the mixture for 5 minutes until the onions are softened and fragrant.

Step 6
~4 min

Add leeks cut into rings and sauté for another 2 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

Add the cooled rice to the pan and cook for a few minutes over high heat, stirring constantly to combine.

Step 8
~4 min

Incorporate baby shrimp, ketchup or soy sauce, and finely chopped celery tops.

Step 9
~4 min

Heat the mixture through until the shrimp is cooked and everything is well combined.

Step 10
~4 min

Serve hot, garnished with sliced tomatoes and gherkins, and optionally topped with a fried egg.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a fried egg on top for extra richness.

Adjust the amount of sambal to control the spiciness.

Use day-old rice for the best texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Rice can be cooked ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of kerupuk (Indonesian crackers).

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Satay
Gado-Gado

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Indonesia

Cultural Significance

A popular dish enjoyed throughout Indonesia, reflecting the country's diverse culinary heritage.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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