Low Fat Nasi Uduk
Elevate your culinary repertoire with Low Fat Nasi Uduk, a lighter spin on Indonesia's beloved coconut rice dish. This recipe swaps traditional white rice for nutrient-packed brown rice and uses light coconut milk to retain rich, creamy flavors with a fraction of the fat. Infused with aromatic lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and coriander, this fragrant rice pairs beautifully with fresh cucumber slices and a crispy sprinkle of fried shallots. Ready in under an hour, this wholesome yet indulgent dish is perfect for anyone seeking a healthy twist on Southeast Asian cuisine. Whether served as a satisfying side or a standalone meal, Low Fat Nasi Uduk will delight your taste buds and nourish your body!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups brown rice
- 1 cup light coconut milk
- 2 cups water
- 1 lemongrass stalk
- 2 bay leaf
- 2 kaffir lime leaves
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cucumber
- 0.25 cup fried shallots
Instructions
Rinse the brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside.
In a medium pot, combine the light coconut milk and water. Stir well to mix.
Lightly bruise the lemongrass by gently crushing it with the flat side of a knife and tie it into a knot.
Add the rice, lemongrass, bay leaves, kaffir lime leaves, ground coriander, and salt into the pot with the coconut milk mixture.
Stir the ingredients gently and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for approximately 40-45 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed all the liquid.
Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse further.
Remove lemongrass, bay leaves, and kaffir lime leaves before serving.
Slice the cucumber into thin rounds for garnishing.
Fluff the rice with a fork and serve it warm, garnished with sliced cucumber and a sprinkle of fried shallots.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
765 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.5 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1260 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.6 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 191 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 644 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
