Crispy Fried Chicken with Savory Petis Sauce

Ingredients

• 1/2 chicken breast
• Seasonings:
  • 5 shallots
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 5 large red chilies
  • A small piece of kencur (aromatic root)
  • A small amount of shrimp paste (terasi)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon petis (fermented shrimp paste)
  • All-purpose flour for coating (or use Sasa brand mixed flour for fritters)
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Seasonings: Begin by grinding all the seasonings except for the petis and brown sugar into a fine paste. Set this paste aside.

2. Prepare the Chicken: Clean the chicken breast thoroughly and cut it into small pieces according to your preference.

3. Coat the Chicken: Dredge the chicken pieces in the all-purpose flour or the Sasa brand fritter flour, ensuring they are evenly coated.

4. Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the coated chicken pieces until they turn a golden brown color. Once done, remove the chicken from the oil and set it aside.

5. Prepare the Sauce: In the same pan, add a little oil if needed and sauté the ground seasoning paste until it becomes fragrant. Add a small amount of water and bring it to a boil.

6. Make the Petis Sauce: Stir in the brown sugar and petis. Allow the mixture to simmer until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens slightly.

7. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Add the fried chicken pieces to the sauce, stirring well to ensure each piece is coated evenly.

8. Serve: Once the chicken is well-coated and the sauce has thickened to your liking, remove from heat. Serve the chicken hot, garnished if desired.

Enjoy your flavorful fried chicken with a delicious petis sauce!