Crispy Ayam Geprek with Fiery Sambal
Ingredients
For the Crispy Chicken:
- 1/2 whole chicken (cut into 2 or 3 pieces)
- 1 small packet of crispy chicken flour mix
- 75 ml water
- Cooking oil (for frying)
For the Sambal Geprek:
- 20-25 red bird’s eye chilies
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
- Cooking oil (for frying)
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken:
- Clean the chicken thoroughly and cut it into 2 or 3 pieces.
- Briefly boil the chicken to remove excess fat, then drain and set aside.
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Coat the Chicken:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crispy chicken flour mix with water to form a thick batter. Set aside some of the flour mix for later.
- Dip each piece of chicken into the batter, ensuring it is well-coated.
- Roll the coated chicken pieces in the reserved dry flour mix. Gently tap off any excess flour to create a crinkly texture.
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Fry the Chicken:
- Heat oil in a deep pan or fryer over medium heat.
- Fry the chicken pieces until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
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Prepare the Sambal Geprek:
- In a small pan, lightly fry the garlic and red chilies in a bit of oil until fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
- Use a mortar and pestle to grind the fried chilies and garlic into a coarse paste. Add salt and chicken bouillon powder, mixing well.
- Drizzle hot oil from the frying pan over the sambal to release its aroma and flavor.
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Assemble and Serve:
- Place the crispy chicken pieces on a serving plate.
- Spoon the spicy sambal over the chicken or mix them together for a fiery experience.
- Serve with warm steamed rice and enjoy!
Indulge in the perfect balance of crispy chicken and bold, spicy sambal with this flavorful recipe that promises to satisfy your craving for something both crispy and fiery. Enjoy the delicious burst of flavors with every bite! 😊😊
