Balinese Shredded Chicken Delight

Bali Style Shredded Chicken (Ayam Suwir ala Bali)

Ingredients:

• 500 grams skinless chicken fillets
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter for sautéing

Spice Paste:

• 10 shallots, peeled
• 5 cloves garlic, peeled
• 1 thumb-sized piece of galangal, peeled
• 2 thumb-sized pieces of turmeric, peeled
• 10 red bird’s eye chilies (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon dried shrimp paste (terasi)
• 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken: Boil or steam the chicken fillets until fully cooked. Shred the chicken into thin strips and set aside.

2. Make the Spice Paste: In a food processor or mortar and pestle, grind together shallots, garlic, galangal, turmeric, bird’s eye chilies, dried shrimp paste, and salt until it forms a smooth paste.

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3. Cooking Process:

   • Heat unsalted butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste and sauté until fragrant.
   • Add sesame oil, fish sauce, and oyster sauce to the spice paste. Stir well to combine.
   • Add the shredded chicken to the pan and mix thoroughly until the chicken is well-coated and the mixture is dry (adjust the dryness to your preference).

4. Serving:

   • Transfer the Bali Style Shredded Chicken (Ayam Suwir ala Bali) to a serving dish.
   • Serve hot as a main dish with steamed rice or as a topping for salads. Enjoy the rich flavors of Bali in every bite!

This recipe for Ayam Suwir ala Bali showcases the vibrant and aromatic flavors of Indonesian cuisine, perfect for any occasion where you want to impress with authentic flavors from the heart of Bali.