What & Why
Leaning across the counter here at the shop, I always tell folks looking for a quick weeknight dinner to grab a packet of Honig Nasi Speciaal. It is an absolute pantry staple in Dutch households for pulling together a savory, Indonesian-inspired fried rice without fuss. Whether you are missing tastes from back home or just love a quick skillet meal, this blend brings genuine convenience right to your Canadian kitchen.
Flavor Profile
Expect a wonderful, aromatic warmth the moment this hits your pan. Blended with fragrant ginger root, coriander, cumin, and a gentle kick of cayenne pepper, it balances a savory soy foundation with earthy spice notes that make the whole kitchen smell gezellig.
Honig's Classic Nasi Speciaal Recipe
Ingredients:
- 300g of rice
- 400g of chicken fillet, diced
- 450g of nasi / bami vegetables
- 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
- 150ml of water
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
Directions:
- Cook the rice according to the package directions.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or wok, then fry the diced chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add the nasi/bami vegetables and chopped bell peppers, stirring briefly until tender-crisp.
- Pour in 150ml of water and stir in the Honig seasoning mix. Let it heat through for about 1 minute.
- Toss in the cooked rice and fry the entire dish over high heat for about 1 minute until well combined and piping hot.
Ingredients
Vegetables (onion, carrot, leek, paprika), Bouillon powder (soy), Salt, Starch, Sugar (sugar, dried glucose syrup), Spices (ginger root, coriander, cumin seeds, paprika powder, turmeric, cayenne pepper, pepper), Soy sauce powder (salt, soybeans, wheat, maltodextrin), Natural flavours, Potassium chloride, Sunflower oil, Herbs (garlic, parsley, bay leaf, lovage), Citric acid, Rapeseed oil.
Allergens: Contains Soy, Wheat (gluten). May contain Milk, Celery.
Shopkeeper Tips
- The Ultimate Pairing: Serve your homemade fried rice piping hot alongside a generous drizzle of traditional Wijko peanut satay sauce.
- Pantry Storage: Keep your extra packets stored in a cool, dry place so you are always ready for a rapid, flavorful dinner.