Salted Fish Nasi Kerabu

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Tham Jessica (@jessieinthekitchen)

With just a little bit of extra work, white rice may very quickly become much more fascinating. This rice has a unique blue colour from using the extract of butterfly pea flower, gives a subtle fragrance and is topped with various fresh vegetables. It is a healthy, attractive, and delicious...

Prep Time
45min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
1hr 15min
Salted Fish Nasi Kerabu recipe

Ingredients

5 Servings

A

  • 1 1/2cup
    basmati rice

B

  • 2tbsp
    cooking oil
  • 2
    pcs pandan leaves

C

  • 2tsp
    chicken stock powder
  • 1cup
    ½ Butterfly pea flower water

D

  • 1
    stalk torch ginger bud
  • sliced

E

  • 50g
    fried salted fish
  • 20g
    fried peanuts
  • 3
    head fried shallots
  • Omelets
  • shredded
  • Some sliced chilies
  • Some calamansi juice

How to make Salted Fish Nasi Kerabu

  1. Heat ingredients B in a wok, stir fry rice until fragrant and pour into steamer or rice cooker.

    1. Put the ingredient C onto rice, cook the rice.
    1. Remove rice and leave to cool. Mix in ingredients D and E. Squeeze some calamansi juice on top of the rice and serve.
    Step 1.1: 1

FAQS

  1. How do I make blue rice for Salted Fish Nasi Kerabu using butterfly pea flower?

    To make the blue rice for Salted Fish Nasi Kerabu, you need to prepare butterfly pea flower water. Simply steep dried butterfly pea flowers in hot water until the water turns a vibrant blue. Use this blue water in place of regular water when cooking your basmati rice to achieve that unique color and subtle fragrance.

  2. What are some dietary substitutions for Salted Fish Nasi Kerabu?

    If you're looking for dietary substitutions, you can replace the fried salted fish with grilled tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian option. For a gluten-free version, ensure that the chicken stock powder is gluten-free, or use vegetable stock instead. You can also omit the peanuts if you have a nut allergy and substitute them with sunflower seeds for added crunch.

  3. How should I store leftover Salted Fish Nasi Kerabu?

    To store leftover Salted Fish Nasi Kerabu, let the rice cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. It can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, add a splash of water to prevent the rice from drying out, and microwave or steam until heated through.

  4. What vegetables pair well with Salted Fish Nasi Kerabu?

    Salted Fish Nasi Kerabu is best served with a variety of fresh vegetables. Consider pairing it with cucumber slices, shredded carrots, and bean sprouts for added crunch. You can also include herbs like mint or cilantro to enhance the flavor and freshness of the dish.

  5. What is the cooking process for making Salted Fish Nasi Kerabu?

    To make Salted Fish Nasi Kerabu, start by heating cooking oil in a wok and stir-frying the basmati rice until fragrant. Then, transfer the rice to a steamer or rice cooker, adding the butterfly pea flower water and pandan leaves. Once cooked, let the rice cool and mix in fried shallots, omelet strips, and chilies. Finally, squeeze calamansi juice on top before serving for a burst of flavor.

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I loved to cook and enjoyed learning about all sort of cuisines. Today, I am still in the kitchen and every chance I get, I...

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