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Medium 45 min~350 kcal 8/10
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Ayam Pongteh
A Peranakan chicken and potato stew with fermented soybean paste, sweet soy sauce, garlic, shallots, and a glossy savory gravy.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 5 min📖 1 min readServes 4~480 kcal🇲🇾 Malaysian🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 45 min cook
- #High Protein
- #One-Pot
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Timeline
Total 1 h 5 min- Prep20 min
- Cooking45 min
Ingredients
4 servings
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For the stew
- 800 g Chicken thighs
- 3 Potatoes
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Vegetable oil
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Water
For the spice paste
- 1 Onion
- 5 clove Garlic
For the sauce
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Fermented soy paste
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Molasses
General
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Black pepper
For serving
- 1 Cucumber
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Instructions
- 1
Blend the onion and garlic finely into a paste.
- 2
Cut the potatoes into large cubes and pat the chicken thighs dry.
- 3
Fry the onion-garlic paste in oil for 5 minutes, until fragrant.
5 min05:00 - 4
Add the fermented soy paste, soy sauce, molasses, and black pepper, and turn for 2 minutes.
2 min02:00 - 5
Add the chicken and potatoes to the pot, then pour in the water.
- 6
Cook the stew covered for 35 minutes, until the chicken is tender.
35 min35:00 - 7
Reduce the sauce uncovered for 5 minutes and serve with cucumber.
5 min05:00
💡 Tip: Fermented soy paste is salty, so taste for salt at the end; salt added early becomes stronger as the sauce reduces.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve ayam pongteh hot with plain rice, cucumber, and optional lemony pickles.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~480
kcal calories
34
g protein
34
g carbs
24
g fat
Protein 28%Carbs 28%Fat 44%
5.9g
Sugar
3.7g
Fiber
600mg
Sodium
3.7g
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.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
9/10Very filling, for a really hungry day
This recipe may contain allergens
- Soy
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Ayam Pongteh make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Ayam Pongteh take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 45 minutes; 65 minutes in total.Is Ayam Pongteh difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Ayam Pongteh have?
Approximately 480 kcal per serving. Protein: 34g, carbs: 34g, fat: 24g.Which allergens does Ayam Pongteh contain?
This recipe contains Soy. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Ayam Pongteh belong to?
This recipe belongs to Malaysian cuisine.How many ingredients does Ayam Pongteh need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.Is Ayam Pongteh filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 9/10; keeps you full for a long time, made for a very hungry day. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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