Course | Main course |
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Place of origin | Indonesia[1] |
Region or state | Jakarta[2] |
Associated cuisine | Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Southern Thailand[3] |
Main ingredients | Steamed rice dish mixed with various herbs |
Variations | Rich variations across the respective region |
Nasi ulam is a traditional Indonesian dish of steamed rice (nasi) served with various herbs and vegetables (ulam).[4]
The herbs used are mostly the leaves of pegagan (Centella asiatica), though they can also be replaced with kemangi (lemon basil), vegetables, and spices, accompanied with various side dishes.[2] This dish is a feature of Betawi[2] and Malay cuisine with many variations and is commonly found in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and southern Thailand. Nasi ulam is often served with sambal chilli paste.