Spicy Crispy Crushed Chicken (Ayam Geprek)

Simple Ayam Geprek

Ingredients

• Chicken and Feet:

  • 1/2 kg chicken thighs
  • 1/4 kg chicken feet (optional, if you like it)
  • 1 pack instant fried chicken seasoning
  • 1 small pack seasoned flour

• Spice Paste:

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  • 10 shallots
  • 5 cloves garlic
  • 3 large red chilies, seeds removed
  • 5 small chilies (add more if you like it spicier)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Sugar, to taste
  • Flavor enhancer (optional)
  • Enough oil for frying the chicken and the spice paste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Cut the chicken thighs into desired pieces.
   • Dilute the instant fried chicken seasoning with a little water, and marinate the chicken and chicken feet in this mixture. Let it sit for a while to absorb the flavors.

2. Cook the Chicken:

   • In a pot, simmer the marinated chicken and chicken feet until fully cooked.

3. Coat the Chicken:

   • Dilute the seasoned flour with a little water to create a thick batter.
   • Dip the cooked chicken and chicken feet into the batter, ensuring they are well coated.

4. Fry the Chicken:

   • Heat enough oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
   • Fry the coated chicken and chicken feet until golden brown and crispy.
   • Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

5. Prepare the Spice Paste:

   • While the chicken is frying, make the spice paste.
   • Grind the shallots, garlic, large red chilies, and small chilies into a smooth paste.
   • Heat a little oil in a pan, and sauté the spice paste until fragrant.
   • Adjust the seasoning with salt, sugar, and flavor enhancer to taste.

6. Assemble the Dish:

   • Once the chicken and chicken feet are done frying, use a pestle to slightly crush them, allowing the crispy coating to mix with the tender meat.
   • Pour the sautéed spice paste over the crushed chicken and chicken feet.

7. Serve:

   • Serve the Ayam Geprek with hot steamed rice and slices of cucumber for a refreshing contrast.

Enjoy your simple and delicious Ayam Geprek, a perfect blend of crispy fried chicken with a spicy and aromatic spice paste. This dish is sure to be a hit at your dinner table, bringing a taste of Indonesian cuisine to your home.