Crispy Ayam Geprek with Spicy Garlic Chili Sauce

Ayam Geprek: Crispy Fried Chicken with Spicy Sambal

Ingredients:

• 500 grams (1/2 kg) chicken breast
• 2 large eggs
• 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• To taste: black pepper, salt, and Royco seasoning (or chicken bouillon)
• To taste: ground coriander (ketumbar)
• Water as needed
• 3 cloves garlic
• To taste: turmeric powder
• Sambal Bawang:
  • 20 red chilies
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • To taste: salt and Royco seasoning
  • Hot oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Wash the chicken breast thoroughly.
   • In a pot, bring water to a boil and add crushed garlic, salt, turmeric powder, and Royco seasoning.
   • Submerge the chicken breast in the boiling water and cook until tender. Once cooked, remove and drain the chicken well.

2. Prepare the Coating:

   • In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, Royco seasoning, and ground coriander.
   • Beat the eggs in a separate bowl.
   • Dip each piece of chicken into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated.
   • Roll the chicken in the flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks well.

3. Fry the Chicken:

   • Heat oil in a deep pan or fryer to 180°C (350°F) for deep frying.
   • Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy. This should take about 5-7 minutes depending on the size of the chicken pieces.
   • Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on paper towels.

4. Prepare the Sambal Bawang:

   • In a food processor or blender, grind the red chilies and garlic together with salt and Royco seasoning to taste until smooth.
   • Heat a small amount of oil in a pan until hot and pour it over the chili-garlic mixture to make the sambal.

5. Assemble the Dish:

   • Place the crispy fried chicken on a serving plate.
   • Gently smash or “penyet” the chicken with the back of a spoon or a pestle to slightly flatten it.
   • Top the chicken with the spicy sambal bawang.

6. Serve:

   • Serve the Ayam Geprek hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes. Enjoy the crispy, flavorful chicken with the spicy kick of sambal!

This recipe delivers a deliciously crispy chicken with a spicy sambal that packs a punch. Perfect for a satisfying meal that’s both comforting and exciting.