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Turmeric and Lime Nasi Lemak with Fried Anchovies

Name: Turmeric and Lime Nasi Lemak with Fried Anchovies
Total time: 47 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Malaysian
Ingredients: 1 cup rice; 1/2 cup coconut milk; 1/2 cup water; 1/4 tsp salt; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 100g anchovies; 1/2 onion; 1/2 red chili; 1/2 cup boiled egg; 1/2 cup cucumber slices; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 2 tablespoons lime juice

Adds a bright, slightly bitter note to the coconut rice.

47 minutes2 servings

Method

Mix 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric into the rice while cooking. 1: Stir 2 tablespoons lime juice into the rice before serving.
Rinse rice and cook with coconut milk, water, and salt until tender.
In a pan, heat oil and fry anchovies until crispy. Add chopped onion and chili, cook until fragrant.
Serve rice with fried anchovies, boiled egg, and cucumber slices.
Add a side of sambal or pickles if desired.

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