Ayam Sisit Sambal Matah
Experience the tantalizing flavors of Indonesian cuisine with this delightful recipe for Ayam Sisit Sambal Matah. This dish combines tender shredded chicken with a zesty sambal matah—a raw Balinese sambal that’s both spicy and aromatic. It’s perfect when served with warm rice and crispy crackers.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 kg chicken (ayam)
- 2 stalks lemongrass (serai)
- 12 shallots (bawang merah)
- 8-10 bird’s eye chilies (cabai rawit)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil (minyak kelapa)
- A small amount of shrimp paste (terasi)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (garam)
- 1 lime (jeruk limo)
Instructions:
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Prepare the Chicken:
- Heat oil in a pan and fry the chicken pieces until crispy and fully cooked. Once done, remove from heat and let cool. Shred the chicken into small pieces.
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Make the Sambal Matah:
- Thinly slice the shallots, lemongrass, and bird’s eye chilies.
- In a bowl, combine the sliced ingredients with shrimp paste, salt, and coconut oil.
- Squeeze in the juice of one lime and mix everything thoroughly. Use your hands to gently mix and mash the ingredients to ensure an even distribution of flavors.
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Combine Chicken and Sambal:
- Add the shredded chicken to the sambal mixture. Toss well with your hands to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the sambal.
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Serve:
- Transfer the sambal-coated chicken to a serving plate. Serve warm with steamed rice and crispy white crackers.
Enjoy the vibrant and mouthwatering flavors of Ayam Sisit Sambal Matah, a dish that brings a taste of Bali right to your table!
