Savory Chicken and Crispy Tofu Bakmoy

Bakmoy Ayam: Savory Chicken with Crispy Tofu

Ingredients:

• 250 grams chicken breast, boiled for 10 minutes, drained, and added to the broth
• 1 block Chinese tofu, cut into cubes and fried until golden
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced for garnish and broth
• For the Broth:
  • 1.2 liters water
  • 4 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 thumb-sized pieces ginger, sliced
  • 1.5 tablespoons salt
  • 0.5 tablespoon sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon mushroom seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper powder
• For the Stir-Fry Seasoning:
  • 3 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.5 medium onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 3 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (Lee Kum Kee preferred)
  • 2 ladles of broth
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 0.5 tablespoon salt
  • 0.5 tablespoon black pepper powder

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Begin by boiling the chicken breast for 10 minutes. This step helps to remove any impurities and foam. Once done, drain the chicken and discard the water.
   • Place the chicken into a pot with 1.2 liters of water. Add crushed garlic, sliced ginger, salt, sugar, mushroom seasoning, and black pepper powder. Bring the mixture to a boil, ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and the broth absorbs the flavors.
   • Taste the broth and adjust seasoning as needed. Once satisfied, turn off the heat and remove the chicken. Cut the chicken into cubes and set aside.

2. Prepare the Tofu:

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   • Cut the Chinese tofu into cubes and fry them in hot oil until they form a crispy skin. Set aside.

3. Make the Stir-Fry Seasoning:

   • Heat 3 tablespoons of sesame oil in a pan. Add minced garlic and diced onion, sautéing until fragrant and golden brown.
   • Stir in the oyster sauce, sweet soy sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Mix well.
   • Add 2 ladles of the prepared chicken broth to the pan. Season with salt and black pepper powder. Let the mixture simmer and the flavors meld.

4. Combine Ingredients:

   • Add the cooked chicken cubes and fried tofu to the pan with the stir-fry seasoning. Stir to combine, allowing the chicken and tofu to absorb the flavors and the sauce to reduce and thicken.

5. Final Touches:

   • Transfer the Bakmoy Ayam to a serving dish. Garnish with sliced green onions.

6. Serving:

   • Serve the Bakmoy Ayam with the broth alongside steamed rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

Review:

This Bakmoy Ayam features a delightful combination of savory chicken and crispy tofu, all enveloped in a flavorful broth. The result is a fresh and satisfying dish with a perfect balance of salty and sweet flavors. For an extra kick, consider adding finely sliced bird’s eye chilies to taste. Enjoy this delectable dish as a comforting addition to your meal!