Sweet and Spicy Chicken with Tempeh: Flavorful Indonesian Delight

Sweet and Spicy Chicken with Tempeh (No MSG)

Ingredients:

• 1/4 kg chicken (cut into pieces)
• 1/2 small block tempeh (adjust according to preference)
• 7 orange Thai chilies (cabe rawit or “cabe setan”)
• 2 large red chilies (cabe merah or “lombok merah”)
• 2 green chilies (cabe hijau or “lombok ijo”)
• 1 candlenut (kemiri)
• 5 shallots (bawang merah)
• 2 garlic cloves (bawang putih)
• Salt to taste
• Ground black pepper to taste
• Sweet soy sauce (kecap bangau)
• 1/2 small piece ginger (jahe)
• 1 bay leaf (daun salam)
• A little oil for sautéing
• Water as needed
• A pinch of granulated sugar

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   Begin by blanching the chicken pieces in boiling water with a crushed piece of ginger to eliminate any raw odor. Once cooked, set the chicken aside.

2. Prepare the Ingredients:
   Slice the shallots and green chilies. Dice the tempeh into small cubes.

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3. Make the Spice Paste:
   In a blender or food processor, combine the garlic, candlenut, orange Thai chilies, red chilies, salt, and ground black pepper. Blend until smooth.

4. Sauté the Aromatics:
   Heat a little oil in a pan. Once hot, add the sliced shallots and green chilies. Sauté until the shallots turn golden brown.

5. Cook the Spice Paste:
   Add the prepared spice paste and bay leaf to the pan. Continue to cook until the spices release their aroma.

6. Adjust Consistency:
   Pour in a small amount of water to prevent the spices from drying out and sticking to the pan.

7. Add Chicken and Tempeh:
   Incorporate the blanched chicken pieces and diced tempeh into the pan. Stir well to coat with the spice mixture.

8. Season the Dish:
   Add sweet soy sauce and a pinch of granulated sugar to enhance the flavor and balance the sweetness and spiciness.

9. Simmer and Finalize:
   Allow the dish to simmer until the flavors meld and the chicken is fully cooked. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

10. Serve:
    Once the dish is ready and the flavors are well balanced, turn off the heat. Serve hot and enjoy your homemade sweet and spicy chicken with tempeh.

This recipe offers a delightful balance of sweetness and spice without the use of MSG, providing a flavorful and wholesome meal.