Teresa's Recipes
Ayam Penyet
Ayam Penyet, an Indonesian culinary gem, is a dish that brings together the succulent textures of deeply marinated and fried chicken with the fiery kick of a homemade sambal sauce. The delightful crunch of the chicken encased in a golden-brown crust, combined with the spicy and tangy sambal sauce, offers a symphony of flavors that is deeply satisfying. This recipe is a journey into the heart of Indonesia's rich culinary tradition.
Ingredients
- 4, bone-in and skin-on Chicken thighs
- 1, juiced Lime
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon, plus extra for sambal sauce Salt
- Enough for deep frying, plus 2 tablespoons for sambal sauce Vegetable oil
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 4 Candlenuts
- 4, peeled and roughly chopped Shallots
- 4, deseeded and roughly chopped Red chili peppers
- 1, diced Tomato
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 550
- Fat: 35g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 40g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Sugar: 4g
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chicken thighs with lime juice, turmeric powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or wok over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the marinated chicken until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 7-10 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- While the chicken is frying, prepare the sambal sauce. In a mortar and pestle, grind the garlic and candlenuts into a paste.
- In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the shallots and red chili peppers, sautéing until they start to soften. Add the garlic-candlenut paste and continue to stir-fry until fragrant.
- Add the diced tomato, sugar, and a pinch of salt to the pan. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the tomato breaks down and the sauce thickens.
- Serve the fried chicken with the spicy sambal sauce on the side. For a complete meal, pair it with steamed rice and a refreshing cucumber salad.
Tips
- For a healthier alternative, the chicken can be grilled instead of fried.
- Adjust the number of chilies according to your heat preference.
- The candlenuts can be replaced with macadamia nuts if unavailable.