A Malaysian/Indonesian classic fried rice that pairs perfectly with your hot garlic.
Why this recipe works
Hot Garlic adds deep umami, heat, and crunch, replacing multiple seasonings in one spoon.
It balances the smoky fried rice with bold garlic flavor, making every bite rich, spicy, and addictive
Recipe
Ingredients
- Cooked rice – 3 cups (preferably day-old)
- Chicken or prawns – 150g (optional)
- Onion – ½, chopped
- Garlic – 2 cloves
- Soy sauce – 1 tbsp
- Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis) – 1 tbsp
- (optional but recommended)
- Egg – 1
- Gsons Hot Garlic – 2–3 tbsp
- Spring onions – for garnish
- Salt to taste
Method
- Heat oil + 1 tbsp Hot Garlic, fry garlic and onion.
- Add chicken/prawns if using and cook.
- Push to the sidePush to the side; scramble the egg.scramble the egg.
- Add rice, soy sauce, sweet soy sauce, and salt.
- Toss on high heat for 1–2 minutes.
- Finish with more Hot Garlic and spring onions.