Delicious Indonesian Sweet Soy Sauce Fried Chicken (Ayam Goreng Kecap)

Ayam Goreng Kecap Maknyuss (Fried Chicken with Sweet Soy Sauce)

Ingredients

• 1 kg Chicken Breast: diced
• 1 Red Bell Pepper
• 1 Yellow Bell Pepper
• 1/2 Cucumber

Seasoning:

• 6 Shallots: thinly sliced
• 4 Cloves Garlic: minced
• 2 Red Chilies: chopped
• 2 cm Ginger: crushed
• 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
• 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
• 3 tbsp Sweet Soy Sauce
• Salt: to taste
• Pepper: to taste
• Oil: for frying

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken: Dice the chicken breast and rinse thoroughly. Blanch the chicken pieces in boiling water for a few minutes, then drain and set aside.

2. Prep the Vegetables and Aromatics: While the chicken is blanching, thinly slice the shallots and garlic. Chop the red chilies and crush the ginger. Slice the red and yellow bell peppers into strips. Cut the cucumber lengthwise into 4 cm pieces.

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3. Season the Chicken: Once the chicken is blanched and drained, season it with salt and pepper.

4. Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the seasoned chicken pieces until they turn golden brown (do not overcook to avoid dryness). Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on paper towels.

5. Sauté the Aromatics: In another pan, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat. Sauté the shallots, garlic, red chilies, and crushed ginger until fragrant.

6. Add the Vegetables: Add the sliced bell peppers and cucumber to the pan. Stir-fry for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.

7. Create the Sauce: Pour half a glass of water into the pan. Add the brown sugar, soy sauce, and sweet soy sauce. Stir well and taste the sauce. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.

8. Combine and Cook: Add the fried chicken pieces to the pan with the vegetables and sauce. Cook everything together until the liquid reduces and coats the chicken nicely.

9. Serve: Your Ayam Goreng Kecap is now ready to be served! Enjoy this flavorful dish with steamed rice.

This delicious Indonesian dish combines tender chicken with a rich, sweet, and savory soy sauce, enhanced by the vibrant colors and textures of bell peppers and cucumber. Perfect for a delightful family meal!