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Tavuklu Biryani
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Nasi Kuning
Indonesian yellow rice cooked with turmeric, coconut milk, lemongrass, bay leaf, ginger, and a fragrant ceremonial aroma.
Medium⏱️ 43 min📖 1 min readServes 6~338 kcal🇮🇩 Indonesian🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 28 min cook
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Timeline
Total 43 min- Prep15 min
- Cooking28 min
Ingredients
6 servings
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For the rice
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Jasmine rice
- 1.5 su bardağı(~300 ml) Coconut milk
- 1.3 su bardağı(~260 ml) Water
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Turmeric
- 1 dal Lemongrass
- 15 gr Ginger
- 2 adet Bay leaves
General
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
For serving
- 2 adet Cucumbers
- 1 su bardağı(~200 ml) Yogurt
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Red pepper flakes
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Instructions
- 1
Rinse the jasmine rice until the water runs clear, then leave it in a sieve for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 2
Mix the coconut milk, water, turmeric, crushed ginger, and salt in a pot.
- 3
Add the lemongrass and bay leaves, then put the rice in the pot.
- 4
When the rice comes to a boil, reduce the heat and cook covered for 18 minutes.
18 min18:00 - 5
Take the pot off the heat and let it steam, covered, for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 6
Remove the lemongrass, ginger, and bay leaves, then fluff the rice with a fork.
- 7
Slice the cucumbers, mix the yogurt with red pepper flakes, and serve it alongside the rice.
💡 Tip: Do not toast the turmeric in oil; stirred straight into coconut milk, it colors the rice evenly without turning bitter.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve nasi kuning adapted for a Turkish table with chicken skewers, cucumber, and optional chile yogurt instead of hot sambal.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Calcium
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~338
kcal calories
6
g protein
56
g carbs
10
g fat
Protein 7%Carbs 66%Fat 27%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Nasi Kuning make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Nasi Kuning take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 28 minutes; 43 minutes in total.Is Nasi Kuning difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Nasi Kuning have?
Approximately 338 kcal per serving. Protein: 6g, carbs: 56g, fat: 10g.Which allergens does Nasi Kuning contain?
This recipe contains Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Nasi Kuning belong to?
This recipe belongs to Indonesian cuisine.How many ingredients does Nasi Kuning need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.
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