Candi Temple-Inspired Nasi Campur with Sambal
A vibrant rice platter with fragrant chicken, tempeh, and vegetables, arranged like ancient temple carvings, served with fiery sambal. This indonesian-inspired one pot (vegetarian) ready in about 65 minutes pairs (360g) Jasmine rice, (340g), thinly sliced Chicken breast, Soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (360g) Jasmine rice
- 12 oz (340g), thinly sliced Chicken breast
- 3 tbsp (1 tbsp tamarind paste + 2 tbsp water) Tamarind water
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Palm sugar
- 1/2 block (8 oz / 225g), sliced Tempeh
- 1 cup (100g), trimmed Green beans
- 2 medium, sliced Tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Fried shallots
- 1/4 cup Sambal
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse jasmine rice until water runs clear, then cook with 2.5 cups water in a pot: bring to boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let rest 5 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, season with 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 tablespoon tamarind water, and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through; set aside.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, add tempeh slices and cook for 3 minutes until golden. Add green beans and tomatoes, stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until beans are crisp-tender and tomatoes soften.
- Step 4: Stir in 1 tablespoon palm sugar to balance acidity, then combine with cooked rice. Arrange chicken, tempeh mixture, and fried shallots on plates. Serve immediately with sambal on the side for dipping.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Candi Temple-Inspired Nasi Campur with Sambal take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (25 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Candi Temple-Inspired Nasi Campur with Sambal?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (360g) jasmine rice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Candi Temple-Inspired Nasi Campur with Sambal?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Candi Temple-Inspired Nasi Campur with Sambal for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Candi Temple-Inspired Nasi Campur with Sambal vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Perfect one pot recipe for a weeknight dinner.
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
