Spicy Chicken (Ayam Saos Pedas) Recipe
Ingredients:
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Chicken:
- 20 pieces of chicken (cut into bite-sized portions)
- 1 packet Sajiku flour (medium size)
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For the Spicy Sauce:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 7 tablespoons chili sauce
- 4 tablespoons tomato sauce
- 5 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 3 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar or honey
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- Cooking oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions:
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Prepare the Chicken:
- Cut the chicken into 20 bite-sized pieces and wash them thoroughly.
- Dissolve 4 tablespoons of Sajiku flour in a small bowl with a little water to make a batter.
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Coat and Fry the Chicken:
- Heat cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Dip the chicken pieces into the Sajiku flour batter, then coat them with additional Sajiku flour.
- Fry the coated chicken in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy. Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on paper towels.
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Prepare the Spicy Sauce:
- In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, chili sauce, oyster sauce, sweet soy sauce, sugar or honey, white pepper, and water.
- Cook the sauce, stirring occasionally, until it comes to a boil and thickens slightly. No additional thickening agents are needed as the sauce will naturally thicken.
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Combine and Serve:
- Once the sauce is ready, turn off the heat and add the fried chicken pieces to the pan.
- Toss the chicken in the sauce until well-coated.
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Serve:
- Transfer the spicy chicken to a serving platter. Serve hot and enjoy!
This delightful recipe for Spicy Chicken, also known as Ayam Saos Pedas, combines crispy fried chicken with a rich, flavorful sauce that strikes a perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and tangy. Perfect for a quick dinner or a gathering with friends and family!
