Thai Basil Smash Chicken

Ayam Penyet Kemangi Recipe

Ingredients:

• 250 grams chicken (cooked as usual and then deep-fried until golden brown)
• Fresh kemangi (Thai basil) to taste
• 6 shallots
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 ripe tomato
• 10 green chilies
• Salt, to taste
• Sugar, to taste
• MSG (optional, to taste)
• Shrimp paste (optional)
• Cooking oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Aromatics:
   Begin by finely chopping the shallots, garlic, and tomato. Slice the green chilies.

2. Sauté the Ingredients:
   Heat a small amount of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the shallots, garlic, tomato, and green chilies until they become fragrant and soft.

3. Make the Sambal:
   Transfer the sautéed ingredients into a mortar and pestle. Add salt, sugar, and if desired, MSG and shrimp paste. Grind the mixture until it becomes a smooth sambal paste.

4. Combine with Chicken:
   Take the fried chicken and place it into the mortar with the sambal paste. Gently mash and mix the chicken with the sambal until well-coated and combined.

5. Add Kemangi:
   Tear the fresh kemangi leaves and add them to the mortar. Continue to gently mash and mix until the kemangi is evenly distributed throughout the chicken.

6. Serve:
   Transfer the ayam penyet kemangi to a serving dish. Enjoy it warm with a side of steamed rice for a truly delightful meal.

Enjoy this flavorful dish with warm rice and savor the delicious blend of spices and herbs! 😋