Nasi lemak, per 100 g serving

Nasi lemak

approximate
Nasi lemakMacros · per 100 g
Macrosper 100 g
Calories210 kcal
Protein6.5 g
Fat10.5 g
Carbs24.0 g

Nasi lemak is a Malaysian rice dish cooked in coconut milk and pandan leaves, typically served with sambal, anchovies, boiled egg, cucumber and roasted peanuts. It is a national staple in Malaysia and Singapore, eaten at breakfast, lunch or dinner, and sold widely from street stalls to restaurants. Per 100 g, nasi lemak provides 210 kcal, 6.5 g of protein, 10.5 g of fat and 24 g of carbohydrates, with 1.5 g of dietary fibre and 3.5 g of sugars. It contributes 380 mg of sodium and 200 mg of potassium per 100 g, along with 55 mcg of vitamin A and 5 mg of vitamin C. No glycemic index value is available for this dish. Nasi lemak is compatible with gluten-free, dairy-free and pescatarian dietary patterns.

How many calories in nasi lemak?

Nasi lemak contains 210 kcal per 100 g. A standard single-portion serving typically weighs around 300–350 g, putting it at roughly 630–735 kcal per plate depending on accompaniments.

How much sodium is in nasi lemak?

Nasi lemak contains 380 mg of sodium per 100 g, largely from the sambal and anchovies that are part of the traditional serving. This makes it a relatively high-sodium dish compared to plain cooked rice.

Is nasi lemak gluten-free?

In its traditional form, nasi lemak is gluten-free, as the core components — rice, coconut milk, anchovies, egg and sambal — do not contain gluten. However, some commercial versions may include sauces or additives that introduce gluten, so it is worth checking ingredients when buying pre-packaged versions.

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Glycemic Index

approximate
GI
70/ 100
High
GL
17per 100 g
Medium

Macros · per 100 g

Macros
MacrosAmount
Calories210 kcal
Protein6.5 g
Fat10.5 g
Carbs24.0 g
Sugars3.5 g
Fiber1.5 g
Fats breakdown
Fats breakdownAmount
Saturated6.5 g
Monounsaturated2.5 g
Polyunsaturated0.80 g
Cholesterol95.0 mg
Minerals
MineralsAmount
Calcium35.0 mg
Iron1.5 mg
Potassium200 mg
Sodium380 mg
Vitamins
VitaminsAmount
Vitamin A55.0 mcg
Vitamin C5.0 mg
Vitamin B120.40 mcg