Savory Indonesian Grilled Chicken Taliwang

Grilled Taliwang Chicken Recipe

Ingredients:

• 500 g chicken, cut into pieces
• 1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon finely grated palm sugar
• Salt and granulated sugar, to taste
• Water, as needed
• Oil for sautéing
• For the Spice Paste:
  • 7 shallots
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 7 bird’s eye chilies (omit if desired)
  • 3 red chilies (substitute for dried chilies)
  • 1 piece of kencur (aromatic root)
  • 1/2 teaspoon shrimp paste (terasi or rebon)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Spice Paste:
   Begin by blending the shallots, garlic, bird’s eye chilies, red chilies, kencur, and shrimp paste into a smooth paste using a food processor or mortar and pestle.

2. Cook the Spice Paste:
   Heat a generous amount of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the blended spice paste and sauté until it becomes fragrant and the oil starts to separate from the paste.

3. Cook the Chicken:
   Add the chicken pieces to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken changes color and is no longer pink.

4. Season and Simmer:
   Pour in enough water to cover the chicken partially. Add the palm sugar, salt, and granulated sugar to taste. Stir well to combine all ingredients. Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is tender and the sauce has reduced, adjusting seasoning as needed.

5. Add Sweet Soy Sauce:
   Once the sauce has thickened and the chicken is cooked through, stir in the sweet soy sauce. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

6. Grill the Chicken:
   Transfer the chicken pieces to a grill or a non-stick pan for grilling. Cook on both sides until the chicken is beautifully charred and crispy on the outside, with a smoky flavor.

7. Serve:
   Once grilled, remove the chicken from the heat. Serve hot with your favorite side dishes.

Enjoy this flavorful and aromatic Grilled Taliwang Chicken, a perfect dish for any meal!