Indonesian Spiced Fried Chicken: Ayam Goreng Bumbu Sederhana

Ayam Goreng Bumbu Sederhana: A Simple Indonesian Fried Chicken Recipe

Ingredients:

• 5 pieces of chicken, cleaned and prepared
• For the spice paste:
  • 1 thumb-sized piece of galangal
  • 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger
  • 1 thumb-sized piece of turmeric
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 5 cloves of garlic
  • 2 shallots
• A few stalks of lemongrass
• A few leaves of Indonesian bay leaves (salam)
• Salt, to taste
• Cooking oil
• Water, as needed

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   Begin by thoroughly cleaning the chicken pieces, ensuring they are free of any impurities or excess fat. Set aside.

2. Make the Spice Paste:
   Using a mortar and pestle or a food processor, grind the galangal, ginger, turmeric, garlic, and shallots into a smooth paste.

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3. Cook the Spice Paste:
   Heat a small amount of cooking oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the ground spice paste to the hot oil. Sauté the paste until it becomes fragrant and the oil starts to separate from the paste.

4. Add Herbs:
   Add the lemongrass stalks and bay leaves to the pan. Continue to sauté for an additional minute to release their aromas.

5. Cook the Chicken:
   Place the chicken pieces into the skillet with the sautéed spice paste. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly with the paste.

6. Simmer:
   Pour in enough water to cover the chicken. Bring to a gentle simmer, ensuring the chicken is fully submerged. Cook until the chicken is tender and cooked through, with the water reducing significantly.

7. Fry the Chicken:
   Once the water has evaporated and the chicken is cooked, remove the chicken pieces from the skillet. Let them cool slightly. In a separate pan, heat additional oil for frying. Fry the chicken pieces until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.

8. Serve:
   Drain the fried chicken on paper towels to remove excess oil. Serve hot with steamed rice and your favorite side dishes.

This delightful Ayam Goreng Bumbu Sederhana is a simple yet flavorful Indonesian fried chicken recipe that’s perfect for a comforting meal. Enjoy the crispy exterior and aromatic spices that make this dish truly special.