Authentic Nasi Pecel from Indonesia — traditional Indonesian main dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Nasi Pecel: Peanut Sauce Rice

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Steamed rice served with blanched vegetables and a rich peanut sauce dressing. A wholesome and nutritious dish popular across East Java.

🗺️ Origin: Indonesia⏱ Time: 30 mins👥 Servings: 4 servings📊 Difficulty: Medium
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Tested by NusantaraEats Kitchen·Last updated: 29 June 2026

📑 In This Guide

🛒 Ingredients👨‍🍳 Instructions FAQ

💡 Did You Know?

This authentic recipe has been passed down through generations, preserving the rich flavors of Indonesian cuisine.

🛒 Ingredients

  • 500 g steamed rice
  • 200 g peanuts, roasted and ground
  • 100 g bean sprouts
  • 100 g water spinach (water spinach)
  • 100 g long beans, cut short
  • 2 boiled potatoes, sliced
  • Fried tempeh and tofu
  • Pecel sauce: ground peanuts, palm sugar, tamarind, chili, salt
  • Cracker crackers

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Roast peanuts until golden. Grind coarsely.
  2. Cook pecel sauce: mix ground peanuts with palm sugar, tamarind, chili, and water.
  3. Boil vegetables briefly until just tender. Drain well.
  4. Arrange rice on a plate with vegetables around it.
  5. Pour pecel sauce generously over the vegetables.
  6. Add fried tempehh, tofu, and cracker.
  7. Serve at room tempehrature or slightly warm.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nasi Pecel: Peanut Sauce Rice?

Steamed rice served with blanched vegetables and a rich peanut sauce dressing. A wholesome and nutritious dish popular across East Java.

Where does Nasi Pecel: Peanut Sauce Rice come from?

Nasi Pecel: Peanut Sauce Rice originates from Indonesia. It is a beloved traditional dish that has been passed down through generations of Indonesian cooks.

Is Nasi Pecel: Peanut Sauce Rice difficult to make?

Nasi Pecel: Peanut Sauce Rice requires moderate cooking skills. While the steps are clear, some techniques need practice.

How can I adjust the spiciness of Nasi Pecel: Peanut Sauce Rice?

The spiciness can be easily adjusted by modifying the amount of chili peppers. For milder versions, reduce or omit the bird's eye chilies (cabe rawit).

How do I store leftover Nasi Pecel: Peanut Sauce Rice?

Store leftover Nasi Pecel: Peanut Sauce Rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. The flavors actually improve overnight as the spices continue to meld.

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This recipe has been carefully researched, tested, and documented to preserve authentic Indonesian culinary traditions. Sources include traditional cookbooks, regional culinary experts, and cultural heritage references from Indonesia.

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