Nasi ulam
🇮🇩 A dish from Indonesia
Nasi ulam is a traditional rice dish of Betawi, Malay and Peranakan cuisines that mixes various traditional herbs and vegetables (ulam) mostly the leaves of pegagan, kemangi, Vietnamese mint, and torch ginger among other things, accompanied with various side dishes.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | rice, aromatic herbs, basil leaves, mint, torch ginger, mixed vegetables |
|---|---|
| 🔥Cooking method | cooked rice tossed with chopped raw herbs |
| 👅Flavour & style | fragrant, herbal, fresh with assorted savory sides |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | served as a main rice meal with accompaniments |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Nasi ulam come from?
Nasi ulam is a dish that originated in Indonesia.
What is Nasi ulam?
Nasi ulam is a traditional rice dish of Betawi, Malay and Peranakan cuisines that mixes various traditional herbs and vegetables (ulam) mostly the leaves of pegagan, kemangi, Vietnamese mint, and torch ginger among other things, accompanied with various side dishes.