Recipe: Nasi Bojari (2024)

FAQs

What's the ratio of water to rice when making rice? ›

For tender grains of rice that easily separate, such as in a pilaf, use 2 cups of water for every 1 cup of rice. You can also use another liquid like stock in this 2:1 ratio. For slightly chewier, fluffy white rice, use 1 1/2 cups of water for every cup of rice, or a 1.5:1 ratio.

Wash it well a few times in ample amount of water. Soak for at least 30 to 40 minutes again in apmple amount of water depending on the kind and brand. Some kinds of rice need about 60 minutes plus for the grain to absorb water. This helps the grain to expand well while cooking.

The main difference between Chinese fried rice and Nasi Goreng is shrimp paste, and kecap manis, a sweet soy sauce. You can find both at most Asian grocers or in the Asian section of your local supermarket. This is definitely one of those weeknight recipes you can whip up quickly with leftover veggies and condiments.

Sometimes confused with basmati, another aromatic rice, jasmine rice is softer, thicker, and more clingy. Unlike basmati rice, which should be soaked, jasmine rice should never be soaked since it is already naturally soft.

Our general rec for long-grain white rice is a ratio of 1:1 so for 2 cups of rice, add 2 cups of water. Following our ratio for brown rice (1:2 1/4), you would start with 2 cups of brown rice then add 4 ½ cups of water.

Bring water to a boil before adding it to the rice.

Meanwhile, bring 2 parts of water to a boil. Pouring already boiling water on top of the rice helps control the exact amount of water you're adding, something that's important for basmati and jasmine rice because they're on the starchy side and can end up gummy.

Netherlands. Javanese-Surinamese nasi goreng in the Netherlands. In the Netherlands, Indonesian cuisine is common due to the historical colonial ties with Indonesia. Indo-Dutch and Indonesians cater Indonesian food both in restaurants and as take-away.

Nasi goreng is essentially Indonesia's take on fried rice. In addition to kecap manis, the country's ubiquitous sweet soy sauce, terasi (Indonesian shrimp paste) is what sets nasi goreng apart from other fried-rice variations you'll see in other countries.

Nasi goreng (fried rice) is one of the national dishes of Indonesia. Although similar to fried rice from other countries in Asia, what makes nasi goreng different is sweet soy sauce (kecap manis). Nasi goreng is highly influenced by the Chinese immigrants in Indonesia.

the reason we weren't certain rices because when we don't. the rice will become super gummy one cup which is super unappealing . so we always want to rinse some long grain rice like basmati, Jasmine. even some Sushi rice and medium grain rice.

Which tastes better, jasmine or basmati rice? ›

Jasmine and basmati rice are two types of aromatic long-grain rice. Jasmine has a more floral fragrance and slightly sweet flavor, while basmati has a nutty flavor and aroma. Jasmine is also slightly softer and stickier than basmati rice.

Mushy or soggy rice is simply overcooked rice that has absorbed too much water. Water over-absorption causes the rice grains to split open, ruining the texture and creating a starchy, gummy result.

To cook long-grained white rice on the stove, use a 2 to 1 water to rice ratio. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan with a tight-fitting lid. You can add an optional pinch of salt if you wish.

Then, measure the proper water to rice ratio.

Measure 1 1/2 cups of water and 1 teaspoon olive oil for every cup of uncooked rice. (1 cup dry rice yields about 3 cups cooked.) Combine the rice, oil, and water in a medium saucepan, and stir to combine.

Ensure it's simmering and not boiling or the rice can cook too quickly. Simmer until water is completely absorbed and rice is tender – about 15-25 minutes (will depend on size and freshness of rice). Drain off any excess water if there is any (there shouldn't be).

A standard serving of rice is usually half a cup for a side dish or one cup as a main dish per person. One cup of cooked rice serves 1-2 individuals, but one cup of uncooked rice yields approximately 3 cups of cooked rice, enough to serve 3-6 people.