Nasi Tum Hati Ayam: A Savory Steamed Delight
Ingredients:
- 3 slices chicken liver
- 2-3 tablespoons cooked rice
- 1 carrot
- 2 slices tempe (fermented soybeans)
- 1 free-range egg
- 2 shallots
- A handful of green onions (scallions)
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- Nutmeg powder, to taste
- Mushroom stock powder, to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare the Chicken Liver: Begin by thoroughly cleaning the chicken livers. Once clean, bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the livers until they are tender.
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Prepare the Vegetables and Tempe: While the chicken livers are cooking, peel and dice the carrot. Cut the tempe into small pieces. Slice the shallots and chop the green onions finely.
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Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a stainless steel mixing bowl, crack the free-range egg and beat it lightly until well combined.
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Chop the Cooked Liver: Once the chicken livers are cooked, remove them from the pot, let them cool slightly, then cut them into small pieces.
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Combine the Ingredients: Add the chopped chicken liver, cooked rice, diced carrot, tempe, sliced shallots, chopped green onions, and bay leaf to the bowl with the beaten egg.
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Season the Mixture: Season the mixture with salt, ground black pepper, nutmeg powder, and mushroom stock powder to taste. Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
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Mix Well: Stir all the ingredients together until they are evenly combined and well-coated with the seasoning.
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Steam the Mixture: Pour the mixture into a steaming dish or a heatproof container. Place the dish in a steamer and steam for about 30 minutes to 1 hour, or until fully cooked and firm.
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Serve with Love: Once cooked, remove from the steamer and let it cool slightly before serving. Serve this comforting dish with love and enjoy the heartwarming flavors.
Happy Cooking! 😊
Feel free to experiment with the seasoning and ingredients to make this dish your own. Enjoy the process and savor each bite of this delightful and nourishing recipe.