nasi minyak
🇮🇩 A dish from Indonesia
Nasi minyak is an Indonesian and Malay dish of cooked rice with ghee and spices. It is traditionally associated with Malay cuisine in the Sumatra, Malay Peninsula, Singapore, southern Thailand and the Riau Archipelago, where it is commonly served during weddings, kenduri, religious celebrations and other ceremonial occasions.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | rice, ghee, aromatic spices, broth |
|---|---|
| 🔥Cooking method | rice cooked with ghee and spices |
| 👅Flavour & style | rich, buttery, fragrant |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | served at weddings, religious and ceremonial gatherings |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does nasi minyak come from?
nasi minyak is a dish that originated in Indonesia.
What is nasi minyak?
Nasi minyak is an Indonesian and Malay dish of cooked rice with ghee and spices. It is traditionally associated with Malay cuisine in the Sumatra, Malay Peninsula, Singapore, southern Thailand and the Riau Archipelago, where it is commonly served during weddings, kenduri, religious celebrations and other ceremonial occasions.