Sweet and Sour Chicken (Ayam Asem Manis)
Ingredients:
- 500g chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons tomato sauce
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 carrot, thinly sliced
- 1 stalk spring onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, sliced
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Sugar and seasoning, to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions:
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Prepare the Chicken:
- Rinse the chicken pieces and cut them into bite-sized chunks according to your preference.
- In a bowl, mix the chicken with beaten egg until evenly coated.
- Dredge the chicken in all-purpose flour, ensuring each piece is well coated.
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Fry the Chicken:
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry the chicken pieces until they turn golden brown and crispy. Once fried, set them aside on paper towels to drain excess oil.
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Make the Sauce:
- In the same pan, sautรฉ sliced garlic and onion until fragrant and translucent.
- Add tomato sauce and a splash of water to create a sauce base.
- Stir in sliced carrots and chopped spring onions. Season with a pinch of sugar and seasoning to taste.
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Combine and Serve:
- Add the fried chicken back into the pan, stirring well to coat each piece with the sweet and sour sauce.
- Adjust seasoning if needed. Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for a few minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Once everything is well combined and heated through, your Sweet and Sour Chicken (Ayam Asem Manis) is ready to be served.
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Serve:
- Transfer the Sweet and Sour Chicken to a serving dish.
- Garnish with additional chopped spring onions if desired.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes.
This delightful Sweet and Sour Chicken dish combines crispy fried chicken with a tangy yet sweet sauce, making it a perfect choice for a flavorful meal. Enjoy the vibrant flavors of this Indonesian-inspired recipe right at your table!
