Nasi Kerabu

Ingredients

• 250g basmati rice
• Water for cooking the rice
• 1 red onion, sliced
• 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 tablespoon garlic paste
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 tablespoon green onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
• Natural food coloring (e.g., from pandan leaves)

Method

1. Wash the rice and cook it in colored water with pandan leaves for about an hour or until the rice is al dente.
2. In a pan, sauté the onion and red onion in coconut oil.
3. Add the turmeric, sugar, garlic paste, chili powder, and salt. Stir well.
4. Add the cooked rice and mix it well with the spices.
5. Finally, add the green onions and mint, mixing well to distribute the aroma.
6. Serving: Nasi Kerabu is usually served cold, so let it cool down for a bit before serving.