Chicken simmers with turmeric, coriander, garlic, shallots, and lemongrass before frying crisp in Indonesia's classic style.
25 min prep 42 min cook 10 min rest
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Pound the shallots, garlic, ginger, turmeric, coriander seeds, and salt into a paste.
Rub the chicken thighs with the spice paste.
Put the chicken in a pot with lemongrass, bay leaves, and coconut water.
Cook the chicken covered over low heat for 22 minutes.
Transfer the chicken to a sieve and wait 10 minutes, until the surface dries.
Heat the vegetable oil to 175°C.
Fry the chicken in batches for 6 minutes, until golden.
Rest the ayam goreng on paper towels for 3 minutes and serve hot.
💡 Tip: Pre-cooking the chicken in spiced liquid shortens frying time and keeps the inside juicy.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with steamed rice, sambal, cucumber, and fried shallots.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~540
kcal calories
38
g protein
6
g carbs
39
g fat
1.4g
Sugar
1.3g
Fiber
1672mg
Sodium
16g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Very filling, for a really hungry day
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