Begin by rinsing the uncooked rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to your appliance’s instructions, then spread it on a tray to cool.

In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and crushed garlic cloves, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.

Add the minced beef and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for approximately 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned.

Stir in sambal oelek, shrimp paste, soy sauce, and maple syrup. Allow the mixture to cook for 2 minutes, stirring well to combine all the spices.

Gently fold in the chilled cooked rice into the beef mixture. Stir-fry for about 5 minutes until the rice is heated through.

Fold in chopped spring onions and stir for another minute.

In a separate pan, heat a splash of oil. Crack the eggs into the pan and fry them sunny-side up for about 3-4 minutes.

Spoon portions of the Beef Nasi Goreng onto plates, topping each serving with a fried egg and additional garnishes of spring onions.