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Medium 45 min~350 kcal 8/10
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Ayam Woku
North Sulawesi chicken simmered with turmeric, lemongrass, lime leaves, basil, chile, and a bright spice paste.
Medium⏱️ 54 min📖 1 min readServes 4~430 kcal🇮🇩 Indonesian🌍 Full translation
24 min prep 30 min cook
- #High Protein
- #One-Pot
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Timeline
Total 54 min- Prep24 min
- Cooking30 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
For the chicken
- 750 g Chicken thigh meat
For the marinade
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Lime juice
For the spice paste
- 6 Shallots
- 4 clove Garlic
- 20 g Fresh ginger
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Turmeric
- 35 g Unsalted cashews
- 2 Red hot peppers
For flavoring
- 2 sprig Lemongrass
- 1 Bay leaf
- 4 Lime leaves
For the sauce
- 2 Tomatoes
For the finishing touch
- 0.5 bunch Fresh basil
For cooking
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Coconut oil
General
- 1.2 dessert spoon(~12 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Mix the chicken thigh meat with lime juice and half of the salt, then let stand for 12 minutes.
12 min12:00 - 2
Grind the shallots, garlic, ginger, turmeric, cashews, and hot peppers into a coarse paste.
- 3
Heat the coconut oil and fry the spice paste for 5 minutes until fragrant.
5 min05:00 - 4
Add the lemongrass, bay leaf, lime leaves, and chopped tomatoes, and cook for 4 minutes.
4 min04:00 - 5
Add the chicken to the pot, coat it with the paste, and turn it for 3 minutes.
3 min03:00 - 6
Add half a cup of hot water and the remaining salt, cover, and cook for 22 minutes.
22 min22:00 - 7
Stir in the basil at the last minute, remove the lemongrass, and serve the dish hot.
💡 Tip: If candlenuts are unavailable, grind unsalted cashews finely; they add body, but do not let the sauce thicken like nut butter.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve ayam woku hot with plain rice and optional cucumber slices.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Omega-3
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
- Vitamin E
- Magnesium
Nutrition (per serving)
~430
kcal calories
33
g protein
12
g carbs
28
g fat
Protein 31%Carbs 11%Fat 58%
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.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Tree nuts
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 Woku make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Ayam Woku take?
Prep 24 minutes, cooking 30 minutes; 54 minutes in total.Is Ayam Woku difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Ayam Woku have?
Approximately 430 kcal per serving. Protein: 33g, carbs: 12g, fat: 28g.Which allergens does Ayam Woku contain?
This recipe contains Tree nuts. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Ayam Woku belong to?
This recipe belongs to Indonesian cuisine.How many ingredients does Ayam Woku need?
This recipe needs 15 ingredients.
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