Authentic Nasi Kerabu

We Malaysians, just love our rice. We have our Nasi Lemak, Nasi Goreng (fried rice), the borrowed Nasi Briyani ( from India), Frog Leg Rice Porridge (from our Chinese friends) and many,many more. But today, I will talk about the Nasi Kerabu

 Nasi Kerabu  is a regional specialty from the state of Kelantan on the east coast of Malaysia. Traditionally, the rice is tinted bright blue from petals of a flower called bunga telang (clitoria) Several  varieties of local herbs are added into rice.

 This Nasi Kerabu is normally a combination of fresh aromatic herbs; local mint, basil, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, turmeric leaves and raw vegetables; bean sprouts, long green beans, shallots, cucumber, are combined together. The rice is bland on its despite its bright blue colour, and makes it perfect for the spicy "sambal"and  strong flavored ingredients such as salted fish, dried prawns, fish crackers, kerisik [fried grated coconut] and other savory garnishing. 

Yumm...This Nasi Kerabu is served with fish crackers, salted egg and chicken "rendang', a truly authentic dish.