nasi goreng istimewa
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Malay:
nasi goreng
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istimewa
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noun
- Malay-style fried rice (nasi goreng) topped with a fried egg and sambal, and served with keropok on the side
The chef has modified the chilli sauce to improve the taste, and it is also used for the nasi goreng istimewa ($7+) served with prawn crackers, fried egg and chicken wing.
— 1993 July 29, Celine Tan. Weekend East, "Just like mum’s cooking". p.25