nasi
nounUK /ˈnɑːsi/
US /ˈnɑːsi/
Nasi is a word for cooked rice, especially in Indonesia and Malaysia.
We ate nasi with chicken and vegetables for lunch.
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2. Nasi goreng is a popular fried rice dish from Indonesia and Malaysia.
My favorite street food is nasi goreng with a fried egg on top.
3. Nasi lemak is a Malaysian dish of rice cooked in coconut milk served with sambal and toppings.
For breakfast, she ordered nasi lemak wrapped in banana leaves.
4. In some contexts, nasi refers to a meal centered on rice.
The restaurant serves a set nasi with soup and side dishes.