Indonesian Kluwek Chicken: Fragrant Black Nut Delight

Indonesian Black Nut Chicken (Ayam Masak Kluwek)

Ingredients:

• 6 kluwek nuts
• 2 chicken thighs
• 5 chicken wings
• 2 candlenuts
• 2 red chilies (optional)
• 2 shallots
• 1 garlic clove
• 2-3 cm ginger
• 1 piece dried tamarind
• 1 tbsp turmeric powder
• Salt, sugar, seasoning to taste
• Sufficient water

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Spices: Grind together red chilies, shallots, garlic, candlenuts, and ginger into a smooth paste. Mix in the turmeric powder and stir briefly.

2. Sauté the Spice Paste: Heat a pan and sauté the spice paste until fragrant.

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3. Add the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces and stir briefly to coat them with the spice paste.

4. Cooking Process: Pour in enough water to cover the chicken. Season with salt, sugar, and seasoning to taste. Add the kluwek nuts and the dried tamarind.

5. Simmer Until Cooked: Cook until the chicken is tender and the flavors have infused well, ensuring the sauce thickens.

6. Serve: Serve hot with steamed rice. Enjoy your flavorful Indonesian Black Nut Chicken!

This dish, known as Ayam Masak Kluwek, combines tender chicken with the rich, earthy flavors of kluwek nuts, making it a delightful choice for exploring traditional Indonesian cuisine.