Spicy Crispy Indonesian Ayam Geprek Chicken

Ayam Geprek Recipe

Welcome to another delightful culinary creation on Love With Recipes, where we transform simple ingredients into extraordinary dishes! Today, we bring you the Indonesian favorite, Ayam Geprek. This spicy, crunchy fried chicken is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Perfect for a quick meal or a special treat, this recipe is straightforward yet packed with flavors that will transport you straight to the bustling streets of Indonesia. Let’s get cooking!

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Ingredients

• 4 pieces of chicken (drumsticks or thighs work well)
• 3 tablespoons of seasoned flour mix (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 6 shallots
• 3 cloves of garlic
• Water (as needed)
• 12 bird’s eye chilies (adjust to taste)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Seasoned Flour Mix: Start by finely grinding the shallots and 1 teaspoon of salt together. Add this mixture to your seasoned flour mix, ensuring it’s well incorporated. This will add an extra depth of flavor to your coating.

2. Prep the Chicken: Thoroughly rinse the chicken pieces under cold water. Pat them dry with a paper towel.

3. Season and Coat: Lightly moisten the chicken pieces with a bit of salted water to help the flour adhere better. Then, roll each piece in the seasoned flour mix until well-coated.

4. Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot (you can test this by dropping a bit of flour into the oil; if it sizzles, it’s ready), add the coated chicken pieces. Fry until they turn a beautiful golden brown and are cooked through, which should take about 10-15 minutes. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

5. Make the Sambal: While the chicken is frying, finely crush the garlic and bird’s eye chilies in a mortar and pestle until they form a smooth paste. If you prefer a milder sambal, reduce the number of chilies.

6. Geprek the Chicken: Place the fried chicken on a cutting board. Spread a generous amount of the garlic-chili paste on top of each piece. Using a pestle or a heavy object, press down (geprek) the chicken a few times. This helps the sambal penetrate the crispy coating and infuse the chicken with its spicy, aromatic flavors.

7. Serve: Your Ayam Geprek is now ready to be enjoyed! Serve it hot with steamed rice and fresh vegetables on the side.

Tips for the Perfect Ayam Geprek

• Adjust the Heat: If you’re new to spicy foods, start with fewer chilies and gradually increase the amount to suit your tolerance.
• Seasoning the Flour: For an even richer flavor, consider adding a pinch of garlic powder or paprika to your flour mix.
• Crispy Perfection: Ensure your oil is at the right temperature before frying to achieve that perfect crispy coating. Too hot, and the outside will burn before the inside is cooked; too cool, and the chicken will absorb more oil and become greasy.

We hope you enjoy making and eating this Ayam Geprek as much as we enjoyed bringing this recipe to you. Don’t forget to share your cooking adventures with us in the comments below and let us know how your Ayam Geprek turned out! Happy cooking!