Spicy Indonesian Black Pepper Chicken Stir-Fry
Ayam Lada Hitam (Indonesian Black Pepper Chicken)
Ingredients:
- 250 grams of chicken breast fillet
- Sufficient lime juice
- Salt
- 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
- 5 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- 3 shallots, thinly sliced
- 2 scallions, sliced
- 3 bird’s eye chilies, thinly sliced (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon black pepper powder (adjust to taste)
- A pinch of white pepper
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- A little water
Instructions:
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Prepare the Chicken: Rinse the chicken breast fillet thoroughly under running water. After cleaning, coat the chicken with lime juice and a pinch of salt. Set aside for a few minutes to marinate.
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Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pan or wok, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped garlic, thinly sliced shallots, and onion. Sauté until the onions become translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
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Cook the Chicken: Add the marinated chicken to the pan. Sauté the chicken until it changes color to white, indicating that it’s partially cooked.
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Add Seasonings: Incorporate the black pepper powder, oyster sauce, white pepper, and sliced bird’s eye chilies into the pan. Stir well to ensure that the chicken is evenly coated with the seasonings.
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Simmer: Add a small amount of water to the pan to create a bit of sauce. Continue to cook the chicken until it becomes tender and the flavors meld together. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.
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Finish with Scallions: Just before the dish is fully cooked, add the sliced scallions. Stir them in and cook for another minute until they are slightly wilted but still vibrant.
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Serve: Transfer the Ayam Lada Hitam to a serving dish. This flavorful and spicy black pepper chicken pairs well with steamed rice.
Enjoy your meal!
