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Nasi Lemak with Cauliflower Rice (Gluten-Free) recipe by Safe Plated

Nasi Lemak with Cauliflower Rice (Gluten-Free)

A gluten-free twist on Malaysia's national dish, Nasi Lemak. This version uses cauliflower rice infused with coconut milk and pandan leaves, served with crispy fried chicken, sambal, boiled egg, and peanuts.

20m prep + 35m cook4 servings
Contains eggContains peanutWHEAT-free
550 cal|35g protein|30g carbs|35g fat|6g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 large head Cauliflower florets
  • 1 can Coconut milk
  • 3 leaves Pandan leaves
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 4 Chicken thighs
  • 1 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp Chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp Tapioca starch
  • 2 cups Oil, for frying
  • 4 Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Roasted peanuts
  • 1/4 cup Sambal (Gluten-Free)

Instructions

  1. 1Prepare the cauliflower rice: Pulse cauliflower florets in a food processor until rice-like consistency. Steam or microwave until tender, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2Infuse rice with coconut flavor: In a saucepan, combine the steamed cauliflower rice, coconut milk, pandan leaves, and salt. Simmer for 10 minutes to allow the rice to absorb the flavors. Remove pandan leaves.
  3. 3Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, marinate the chicken thighs with turmeric powder, chili powder, garlic powder, and tapioca starch. Ensure the chicken is well coated.
  4. 4Fry the chicken: Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
  5. 5Boil the eggs: Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes. Peel and halve the eggs.
  6. 6Assemble the Nasi Lemak: Serve the coconut cauliflower rice with fried chicken, boiled egg, roasted peanuts, and sambal on the side.

Substitutions

Tapioca starchCornstarch

Can be used as a direct substitute if tapioca starch is unavailable.

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