Gado – Gado Indonesian fried rice with prawns

A scrumptiously unique Indonesian favorite

Here is a recipe that will surprise anyone with its charm. Gado-gado is one of the well-known dishes from Indonesia. Gado-gado literally means ‘mix mix’, as it brings together a melange of flavours and creates a dish that’s truly unique. It can be had as an on-the-go snack or as a full-fledged meal. Now go ahead and surprise your loved ones!

Recipe:

Method

• Place rice and water in a large saucepan. Once boiled, cover and then simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is just tender.
• Alternately cook in a rice cooker according to manufacturer’s directions. Spread mixture onto a flat oven tray and stand until cool.
• Heat a large wok or frying pan over high heat. Add a little of the oil and swirl around wok.
• Add eggs one at a time and cook on single side until golden brown and yolk is still runny.
• Remove and set aside.
• Add a little more oil and stir-fry prawns until golden brown and cooked through.
• Remove and set aside.
• Add remaining oil and stir-fry shrimp paste, garlic and onion for 2 minutes or until paste is fragrant.
• Add rice, pepper and combined sauces; stir-fry until well combined.
• Stir in half of the onions and cooked prawns and chicken.
• Serve topped with combined carrot, cucumber and remaining onions.
• Garnish with egg and fried shallot.

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