Yellow Rice Platter
A vibrant Indonesian-inspired platter of fragrant turmeric rice served with crispy fried chicken, fresh lettuce, sambal, and lime. This quick version brings the festive flavors of nasi kuning to your weeknight table in about 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 550
- Protein
- 35g
Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 2 pieces chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons sambal oelek
- 1 whole lime
- 4 leaves lettuce leaves
Instructions
- 1
Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice until water runs clear. In a small pot, combine rice with 1.5 cups water and 1 teaspoon turmeric. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 15 minutes.
- 2
While rice cooks, season 2 chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium-high. Cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6 minutes per side. Let rest for 2 minutes, then slice.
- 3
Fluff the cooked rice with a fork. Divide rice between two plates, top with sliced chicken, 4 lettuce leaves, and a dollop of 2 tablespoons sambal oelek. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over everything.
Tools you’ll need
- small pot with lid
- skillet
- knife
- cutting board
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