Certainly! Here’s a rewritten version of the Ayam Rica-Rica recipe for the Love With Recipes site:
Ayam Rica-Rica Level 5
Discover the bold and vibrant flavors of Indonesian cuisine with this fiery Ayam Rica-Rica recipe. This dish features succulent chicken simmered in a robust blend of spices and chilies, perfect for those who crave a spicy kick in their meals. The level 5 spice rating ensures an intense, exhilarating experience for your taste buds. Follow this step-by-step guide to create a dish that’s both aromatic and mouthwateringly spicy.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 kg chicken, cut into pieces
- 1/2 ounce curly red chilies (cabe keriting)
- 10 bird’s eye chilies (cabe rawit)
- 7 shallots (bawang merah)
- 3 garlic cloves (bawang putih)
- 1 bunch scallions (daun bawang), chopped coarsely
- Vegetable oil, as needed
- 1 tablespoon ginger, finely grated
- 1 tablespoon galangal, finely grated
- 1 tablespoon garlic, finely grated
- 1 tablespoon shallots, finely grated
- Salt, to taste
- Chicken broth powder, to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare the Chicken: Start by washing the chicken pieces thoroughly under cold water. Ensure all excess moisture is removed by patting them dry with a paper towel.
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Cook the Chicken: Place the chicken into a deep skillet or wok. Add the finely grated ginger, galangal, garlic, and shallots. Cook over medium heat, allowing the chicken to simmer until the liquid has mostly evaporated.
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Make the Spice Paste: While the chicken cooks, blend the curly red chilies, bird’s eye chilies, shallots, and garlic into a smooth paste using a blender or mortar and pestle.
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Fry the Chicken: In a separate pan, heat enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom of the pan over medium heat. Once hot, fry the chicken pieces until they turn a golden brown and are crispy on the outside.
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Sauté the Spice Paste: In the same pan where the chicken was fried, remove excess oil and add the prepared spice paste. Sauté the paste until it becomes fragrant and the oil starts to separate from the spices.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the chopped scallions to the sautéed spice paste. Stir well, then add a pinch of chicken broth powder and salt to taste.
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Finish Cooking: Once the spice paste is aromatic, return the fried chicken to the pan. Mix thoroughly, ensuring the chicken is well coated with the spicy paste. Let it cook together for a few more minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Serve: Transfer the Ayam Rica-Rica to a serving dish. Enjoy this spicy, flavorful chicken with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes.
Feel free to adjust the spice level according to your preference, and remember to enjoy the vibrant flavors of this traditional Indonesian dish!
