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Chicken Geprek Sambel Ijo Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 whole fried chicken (pre-cooked, store-bought)
- For the Sambel (Chili Sauce):
- 10 green bird’s eye chilies (adjust to taste)
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 2 green chilies
- Salt, to taste
- Cooking oil
Instructions:
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Prepare the Chicken:
- Begin by preparing the chicken. For convenience, you can use pre-cooked fried chicken available at stores.
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Make the Sambel:
- Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a pan.
- Once the oil is hot, add the garlic, green bird’s eye chilies, and green chilies. Fry them briefly until fragrant and slightly softened.
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Blend the Sambel:
- Remove the fried ingredients from the oil and place them in a mortar and pestle. Grind them gently—aim for a coarse texture rather than a fine paste. Add a pinch of salt to taste.
- Optionally, add a small amount of the oil used for frying to the sambel to enhance the flavor and consistency.
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Assemble the Dish:
- Using a meat mallet or a rolling pin, lightly crush the pre-cooked chicken to break it up a bit, which helps it absorb the sambel flavors better.
- Place the chicken on a serving plate and generously spoon the sambel over the top.
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Serve:
- Serve the chicken geprek sambel ijo immediately while it’s hot. Enjoy the flavorful, spicy combination that’s sure to delight!
This dish is a perfect example of how simple ingredients can create a robust, satisfying meal. Enjoy the bold flavors of the sambel with the crispy, juicy chicken!