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Nasi Lemak Arancini - Malaysian-Italian Fusion

Creamy coconut rice from Malaysia meets Italian risotto tradition in crispy golden arancini balls, filled with spicy sambal and topped with a fried egg. Our Fat Switch cuts 40% calories by using light coconut milk and air-frying instead of deep-frying, delivering authentic flavor without the oil overload.

25m

Prep Time

35m

Cook Time

Servings

375

Calories

18g

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 1.5 cups jasmine rice (uncooked)
✓ 3/4 cup light coconut milk
✓ 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken stock
✓ 1/2 cup diced onion
✓ 2 cloves garlic, minced
✓ 1 tbsp sambal oelek
✓ 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
✓ 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
✓ Salt and white pepper to taste
✓ 1.5 tbsp neutral oil (for coating arancini)
✓ 3 tbsp sambal oelek (or Malaysian chili paste)
✓ 1 tsp lime juice
✓ 2 tbsp finely diced roasted peanuts
✓ 2 tsp fresh cilantro, chopped
✓ 2 large egg whites (for binding and topping)
✓ 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs (fine, Japanese-style)
✓ 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional garnish)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the Nasi Lemak Rice: Rinse jasmine rice under cold water. In a medium pot, sauté diced onion and garlic in 1 tsp oil until fragrant (2 minutes). Add rice and toast for 1 minute. Pour in light coconut milk and chicken stock, add turmeric, salt, and pepper. Bring to boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 18 minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbed. Fluff with fork, stir in lime juice, and spread on a plate to cool for 10 minutes.

2. Prepare the Sambal Filling: In a small bowl, combine sambal oelek, lime juice, roasted peanuts, and fresh cilantro. Divide into 6 small dollops on parchment paper and refrigerate until assembly.

3. Shape the Arancini: Once rice is cool enough to handle, wet your hands lightly. Take about 3 tbsp cooled rice, press gently into a ball, make a small indent with your thumb, nestle one sambal filling dollop inside, and seal with more rice. You should have 6 balls total. Place on parchment-lined tray.

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4. Prepare Breading Station: In one shallow bowl, whisk egg whites with 1 tsp water. In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs with sesame seeds and a pinch of salt. Coat each arancini ball first in egg white, then roll in panko mixture, pressing gently so crumbs adhere. Return to tray.

5. Air-Fry the Arancini: Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Lightly spray arancini balls with neutral oil on all sides (about 1.5 tbsp total). Air-fry in single layer for 12–14 minutes, shaking basket halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. Internal temperature should reach 160°F if using a thermometer.

6. Fry the Topping Eggs: While arancini finish, heat 1 tsp oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Gently crack remaining whole eggs into skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook 3–4 minutes until whites are set but yolks remain runny. Transfer to plate.

7. Plate and Serve: Place 3 hot arancini per serving on plates. Top each with a fried egg. Drizzle with extra sambal oelek or lime juice if desired. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a few crispy fried shallots (optional). Serve immediately while crispy.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories375 kcal

Protein18g

Carbohydrates56g

Fat9g

🏷️ Tags

#air-fried Asian arancini#low-calorie nasi lemak recipe#Malaysian fusion lunch under 400 calories

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