Nasi Kucing (Cat Rice)
Tiny, flavor-packed portions of seasoned rice with fried shallots, egg, and mixed proteins. Perfect for sharing or a light, addictive meal.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 28g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 3 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add sliced shallots, cook until golden and crispy.
Step 3
Transfer crispy shallots to a paper towel to drain.
Step 4
In the same skillet, add minced garlic, stir for 10 seconds.
Step 5
Add diced chicken, cook until cooked through, about 4 minutes.
Step 6
Add halved shrimp, stir until they turn pink, about 90 seconds.
Step 7
Push proteins to the side of the skillet.
Step 8
Add cooled rice, breaking up clumps with the back of spoon.
Step 9
Stir rice and proteins together until evenly combined.
Step 10
Pour soy sauce over rice, toss until rice is coated.
Step 11
Divide rice mixture into small piles on two plates.
Step 12
Fry two eggs sunny-side up in a separate small skillet.
Step 13
Top each rice pile with a fried egg.
Step 14
Scatter crispy shallots and minced chili over each portion.
Step 15
Serve immediately while egg is still warm.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- small skillet
- paper towels
- wooden spoon
- two plates
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