Aromatic Fried Chicken with Galangal and Cinnamon

Delicious Fried Chicken with Galangal and Cinnamon Aroma (Ayam Ungkep Goreng Sedap)

Ingredients

• 2 whole free-range or country chickens, cut into 8 pieces each (or to your preference)
• For the Spice Paste:
  • 2 pieces of galangal, peeled
  • 1 piece of ginger, peeled
  • 2 pieces of turmeric, roasted or toasted
  • 8 shallots
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
  • 6 candlenuts, toasted
  • 10 small red chilies (adjust to taste)
• Additional Ingredients:
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • Salt, to taste
  • Sugar, to taste
  • Water, as needed
  • Oil, for frying

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Clean the chicken thoroughly and cut it into 8 pieces, or as preferred.

2. Optional Step: Blanching the Chicken

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   • To remove any strong chicken odors, bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the chicken pieces and cook for about 10 minutes. Discard the water and drain the chicken.

3. Prepare the Spice Paste:

   • In a blender, combine the galangal, ginger, roasted turmeric, shallots, garlic, coriander seeds, toasted candlenuts, and red chilies. Blend until smooth, adding a bit of water if necessary.

4. Cook the Spice Paste:

   • Heat a generous amount of oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the blended spice paste and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and the oil starts to separate from the paste.

5. Combine Ingredients:

   • Add the bay leaves, bruised lemongrass, and cinnamon stick to the pan. Stir well to combine with the spice paste.

6. Simmer the Chicken:

   • Transfer the spice mixture to a large pot or pressure cooker. Add the chicken pieces and enough water to cover the chicken. Season with salt and sugar to taste.

7. Cook the Chicken:

   • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer until the chicken is tender and the liquid has mostly evaporated, leaving a thick, flavorful sauce. The chicken should be well-coated with the spice mixture.

8. Fry the Chicken:

   • Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the chicken pieces until golden brown and crispy on all sides.

9. Serve:

   • Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot, garnished with your choice of accompaniments.

Enjoy your delicious fried chicken with its aromatic blend of galangal and cinnamon, a dish that’s sure to delight your taste buds!