Authentic Mie Ayam: Indonesian Chicken Noodles with Crispy Garlic

Certainly! Here’s a refined version of the Mie Ayam recipe for the Love With Recipes site:

Mie Ayam (Indonesian Chicken Noodles)

Ingredients

For the Noodles

• 2 packs instant noodles (e.g., Indomie brand)
• A handful of green mustard greens (sawi hijau)
• 1 stalk green onion (daun bawang)

For the Chicken Stir-fry

• 1/4 of a boiled chicken, shredded
• Chicken broth (from the boiled chicken, clear)
• 1 piece galangal (lengkuas)
• 1 bay leaf (daun salam)
• 2 kaffir lime leaves (daun jeruk)
• 1 stalk lemongrass (sereh)
• 1 green onion (daun bawang)
• Salt, to taste
• Sugar, to taste
• Flavor enhancer (optional)
• 2 teaspoons oyster sauce (saus tiram)
• Black pepper, to taste

For the Spice Paste

• 2 cloves garlic
• 4 shallots
• 2 candlenuts (kemiri)
• 1/2 teaspoon coriander (ketumbar)
• 1 piece turmeric (kunyit)
• 1/2 piece ginger (jahe)

For the Chicken Oil

• Chicken skin
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed and finely chopped
• Cooking oil

For the Noodle Broth

• Chicken broth
• 1 stalk green onion, finely chopped
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Noodles and Vegetables:

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   • Cook the instant noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
   • Blanch the green mustard greens in boiling water for a few minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
   • Slice the green onion thinly and set aside for garnish.

2. Prepare the Chicken Stir-fry:

   • Heat a bit of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste (garlic, shallots, candlenuts, coriander, turmeric, and ginger) and sauté until fragrant.
   • Add the bay leaf, kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass, and galangal. Sauté for a few more minutes until the spices are well combined.
   • Add the shredded chicken to the pan and stir to combine with the spices. Add a small amount of water if needed.
   • Season with salt, sugar, flavor enhancer, and black pepper to taste. Stir well and adjust seasoning as needed. Cook until the chicken is heated through and well coated with the spices.

3. Prepare the Chicken Oil:

   • In a separate pan, heat a bit of cooking oil. Add the chicken skin and cook until crispy.
   • Once crispy, add the crushed garlic to the pan and continue to cook until the garlic is golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.

4. Prepare the Noodle Broth:

   • In a saucepan, heat the chicken broth. Add the finely chopped green onion, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

5. Assemble the Dish:

   • Place the cooked noodles in serving bowls. Top with the stir-fried chicken mixture and blanched mustard greens.
   • Pour the hot noodle broth over the top.
   • Drizzle with the prepared chicken oil and crispy garlic for added flavor and texture.

6. Serve:

   • Garnish with additional green onions if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Mie Ayam!

This version of the recipe maintains the essence of the traditional Indonesian Mie Ayam while providing clear, step-by-step instructions for an enjoyable cooking experience.