Mie Ayam Spesial ala Mommy Juna
Discover a delightful twist on traditional Indonesian chicken noodles with this special recipe from Mommy Juna. Combining rich flavors and aromatic ingredients, this Mie Ayam Spesial is a comforting meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Noodles:
- 300 grams egg noodles (mie telor), cooked and drained
- Chicken oil (refer to recipe below)
- Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
- Green vegetables (such as bok choy or caisim)
- Thinly sliced scallions
- Beef meatballs (optional)
- Bottled chili sauce
- Spicy sambal (optional)
For the Spicy Sambal:
- 5 red curly chilies
- 10 bird’s eye chilies
- A pinch of salt
- Water, as needed
For the Chicken Topping:
- 250 grams chicken breast, diced
- 150 grams chicken feet (optional)
- 4 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion (about 50 grams), chopped
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 1 packet chicken bouillon powder
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- Ground nutmeg, to taste
- Sugar, to taste
- Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis), to taste
- Water, as needed
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken Topping:
- Begin by cleaning the chicken breast and cutting it into small cubes.
- Mince the garlic and chop the onion. Sauté the minced garlic in a pan until fragrant, then add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.
- Add the sliced tomato and diced chicken to the pan. Cook until the chicken releases its natural juices, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in enough water to cover the chicken. Stir in sweet soy sauce and the chicken bouillon powder. Season with ground black pepper, nutmeg, and sugar to taste.
- Continue to cook until the sauce has thickened and reduced. Adjust seasoning as needed. Once cooked, set aside.
2. Make the Spicy Sambal:
- Blend the red curly chilies and bird’s eye chilies with a pinch of salt until smooth. Add a small amount of water to achieve the desired consistency.
- Cook the blended mixture in a pan over medium heat for about 3 minutes, then remove from heat.
3. Assemble the Dish:
- In a bowl, mix 1-2 tablespoons of chicken oil with 1-2 tablespoons of sweet soy sauce. Combine this mixture with the cooked egg noodles, ensuring the noodles are well coated.
- Arrange the cooked vegetables, chicken topping, optional beef meatballs, and sliced scallions on top of the noodles.
- Drizzle with bottled chili sauce and spicy sambal according to your taste preferences.
4. Serve:
- Your Mie Ayam Spesial is now ready to be enjoyed! Serve hot and savor the rich, comforting flavors of this Indonesian favorite.
Feel free to adjust the spiciness and toppings to suit your taste. Enjoy the delightful flavors and textures of this special noodle dish that brings a taste of Indonesia right to your table!
