Indonesian Chicken Tofu Vermicelli Stew

Semur ABT (Ayam Bihun Tahu)

Ingredients:

• 1/2 kg chicken, cut into 6 pieces and fried
• 2 pieces tofu, sliced to your preference and fried until half cooked
• 5 shallots
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 candlenut
• 1 cm ginger
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tomato, cut into quarters
• Bird’s eye chilies, to taste
• 2 tbsp sweet soy sauce
• 1 bunch rice vermicelli, soaked briefly and drained
• Salt, pepper, and sugar, to taste
• 4 tbsp cooking oil
• Chopped scallions, to garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Spice Paste: Blend shallots, garlic, ginger, bird’s eye chilies, and candlenut into a smooth paste.

2. Cook the Spice Paste: Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the blended spice paste and sauté until aromatic.

3. Sauté Onion: Add the sliced onion to the pan and continue to cook until the onion becomes translucent.

4. Simmer: Pour in enough water to cover the ingredients and bring to a boil.

5. Add Main Ingredients: Incorporate the fried chicken pieces and tofu, followed by the tomato quarters. Stir in the sweet soy sauce, salt, pepper, and sugar to taste.

6. Simmer and Season: Allow the mixture to simmer until the flavors meld and the sauce has thickened slightly. Adjust seasoning as needed.

7. Finish with Garnishes: Add the chopped scallions and rice vermicelli. Stir well to combine.

8. Serve: Check the seasoning one last time before serving. Garnish with additional scallions if desired.

Enjoy this hearty and flavorful Semur ABT with a side of steamed rice or as a standalone dish for a delightful meal!