Ayam, Eggs & Tempeh in Pecel Broth
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Eggs (hard-boiled) | 3 eggs |
| Medium-sized tempeh, diced and fried | 1 block |
| Chicken pieces | 4 pieces |
| Whole bird’s eye chilies | 10 chilies |
| Lemongrass, white part only, bruised | 2 stalks |
| Kaffir lime leaves | 3 leaves |
| Cabbage, thinly sliced | 2 leaves |
| Water | 750 ml |
| Thick instant coconut milk | 100 ml |
| Palm sugar | As needed |
| Salt | As needed |
| Seasoning | As needed |
For the Spice Paste
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Red curly chilies | 15 chilies |
| Shallots | 8 cloves |
| Garlic cloves | 5 cloves |
| Roasted candlenuts | 3 nuts |
| Fresh ginger (approx. 2 cm) | 2 cm piece |
| Fresh kencur (aromatic ginger, approx. 2 cm) | 2 cm piece |
| Small roasted shrimp paste (ABC brand) | 1 small packet (grilled) |
Instructions
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Sauté the spice paste: Start by blending the red curly chilies, shallots, garlic, roasted candlenuts, ginger, kencur, and roasted shrimp paste into a smooth paste. Heat oil in a pan and sauté the spice paste over medium heat until fragrant. Add the kaffir lime leaves and bruised lemongrass stalks. Continue stirring until the leaves soften and release their aroma.
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Cook the chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the pan with the spice mixture and cook until the chicken firms up and is almost fully cooked.
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Add liquid: Pour in the water and the thick coconut milk. Stir until well combined, and then add the diced fried tempeh and the boiled eggs.
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Seasoning: Add palm sugar, salt, and seasoning to taste. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a boil. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
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Simmer: Continue cooking until the chicken becomes tender, and the broth is flavorful and well absorbed by the tempeh.
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Add final touches: Throw in the whole bird’s eye chilies and the thinly sliced cabbage leaves. Let everything simmer for a few more minutes until the cabbage softens slightly.
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Serve: Remove from heat and serve this comforting dish of Ayam, Eggs, and Tempeh in a spicy pecel-inspired broth.
Enjoy this unique and satisfying meal with a side of steamed rice or your favorite accompaniments.
Selamat mencoba! 😊
