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Indonesian Sweet Soy Chicken (Ayam Kecap)

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Indonesian Ayam Kecap Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 kg chicken, cut into pieces
  • 4 shallots, finely sliced
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 curly red chili peppers, sliced diagonally
  • 2 curly green chili peppers, sliced diagonally
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • A pinch of white sugar
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1/2 tsp mushroom broth powder or Royco
  • 1 tsp fish sauce
  • Cooking oil, as needed
  • 1 cup water
  • Sweet soy sauce (brand: B***au), to taste

Instructions:

  1. Sauté Aromatics: In a pan, heat cooking oil over medium heat. Sauté the shallots and garlic until fragrant.

  2. Add Seasonings: Add the mushroom broth powder (or Royco) and fish sauce. Stir briefly, then add the brown sugar.

  3. Cook Chicken: Add the chicken pieces, stirring until well-coated. Pour in sweet soy sauce according to your preference. Stir until the chicken is evenly coated.

  4. Add Water: Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Cook until the chicken is tender and the sauce thickens.

  5. Season: Once the liquid has reduced, add the white sugar, sliced chili peppers, and salt. Stir well to combine.

  6. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more sweet soy sauce for sweetness or salt for seasoning.

  7. Serve: Transfer to a serving dish and serve hot with steamed rice.

Enjoy this flavorful Indonesian Ayam Kecap, perfect for a comforting meal at any time of the day!


This rewritten recipe retains the authentic Indonesian flavors of Ayam Kecap while adapting it for the Love With Recipes site, ensuring clarity and ease of preparation for readers interested in exploring international cuisine.

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