Mie Ayam Recipe: Delicious Indonesian Chicken Noodles
Ingredients
For the Broth:
- 1/2 chicken (cleaned and marinated with lime juice)
- 1 1/2 liters water
- 1 stalk green onion (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic (crushed)
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Chicken:
- 1/2 chicken, boiled
- 7 shallots
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1/2 inch ginger
- 1/2 inch turmeric
- A pinch of nutmeg
- 3 bay leaves
- 4 kaffir lime leaves
- 1 stalk lemongrass
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Sweet soy sauce (to taste)
- Optional: seasoning powder (if desired)
For Garnishing:
- Egg noodles, cooked (as preferred)
- Blanched Chinese cabbage
- Fried shallots
Instructions
Preparing the Broth:
- Initial Boil: Begin by boiling the chicken. Once boiled, discard the water and rinse the chicken.
- Broth Preparation: In a large pot, add 1 1/2 liters of fresh water and bring it to a boil. Add the chicken, green onion, black pepper, crushed garlic, and salt. Simmer until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken from the pot, shred or cut it into small pieces, and set aside. Continue to simmer the broth while you prepare the chicken seasoning.
Preparing the Chicken Mixture:
- Blend Spices: In a blender, combine shallots, garlic, ginger, and turmeric. Blend until smooth.
- Cook Spices: Heat a pan over medium heat. Add the blended spice mixture and cook until fragrant.
- Seasoning: Add salt, sugar, black pepper, and seasoning powder (if using). Stir well and cook until the spices are well incorporated.
- Combine Chicken and Broth: Add a small amount of the broth to the spice mixture to create a sauce. Mix in the shredded chicken and cook for a few minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Assembling the Dish:
- Prepare Bowls: Place cooked egg noodles in individual serving bowls.
- Add Toppings: Top the noodles with the shredded chicken mixture, blanched Chinese cabbage, and fried shallots.
- Add Broth: Pour the hot broth over the noodles and chicken.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve Hot: Serve the Mie Ayam hot, garnished with fried shallots and your favorite accompaniments. Enjoy your flavorful Indonesian chicken noodle soup!
This Mie Ayam recipe brings the delightful taste of Indonesian cuisine right to your kitchen. With its rich, aromatic broth and tender chicken, it’s a perfect dish for a comforting meal. Whether you’re preparing it for a family dinner or a special occasion, this recipe will surely impress.
