Economy Rice (Nasi Campur)
HalalA budget-friendly meal where you pick steamed rice and choose from a spread of pre-cooked dishes — vegetables, meats, curries, and fried items — paying by the selection.
Difficulty
easy
Prep Time
10 min
Ingredients
- rice
- assorted vegetables
- fried chicken
- curry gravy
- tofu
- egg
- kangkung
Variations
- nasi campur Melayu
- nasi campur Cina
- nasi campur campuran
Did You Know
In Chinese-style economy rice stalls, the 'uncle tax' is a humorous term for the unpredictable pricing — you never quite know how much your plate will cost until you pay.
Nutrition Facts
1 plate with 3 sides (400g)
% Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
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