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Nasi Padang

Nasi Padang/NAH-see PAH-dahng/
Nasi Padang
About this dish

A style of serving rice with an array of pre-cooked side dishes, from West Sumatra.

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Ingredients
🍚2 cups steamed rice
🥩Rendang, for serving
🥬Cassava leaves, cooked
🥚Balado egg (chili-fried egg)
Method
Serves 2
1
Prepare a selection of Padang-style dishes ahead of time, such as rendang, sambal, and vegetables.
2
Plate a portion of steamed rice.
3
Arrange small portions of several dishes around the rice.
4
Serve at room temperature, as is traditional for Padang-style meals.
✓ What Makes it Authentic

Nasi Padang originates from the Padang region of West Sumatra, known for its rich, spicy dishes served buffet-style, with diners charged only for what they choose.

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