Ayam Balado Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/2 kg chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 sachet of balado seasoning mix (such as Desaku brand)
- 16 shallots
- 8 cloves of garlic
- 2 tomatoes
- 2 cups of water
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 12 tablespoons of cooking oil
Instructions:
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Begin by washing the chicken pieces thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry with paper towels and set aside.
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Prepare the spice paste: Peel and roughly chop the shallots and garlic. Cut the tomatoes into chunks. Using a blender or food processor, blend the shallots, garlic, and tomatoes into a smooth paste.
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Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the blended spice paste to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant and the oil starts to separate from the paste.
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Pour in 2 cups of water and add the balado seasoning mix. Stir well to combine, then bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer until the sauce thickens and the oil begins to float to the surface.
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Once the sauce has thickened, add the sugar and salt. Stir to incorporate, then add the chicken pieces to the skillet. Mix well to ensure the chicken is coated with the sauce.
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Continue to cook the chicken over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has reduced and become thick and glossy. This should take about 20-30 minutes.
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Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Once the chicken is well-coated with the spicy sauce and cooked to your liking, remove from heat.
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Serve the Ayam Balado hot with steamed rice or your choice of side dishes. Enjoy the rich, spicy flavors of this Indonesian classic!
This Ayam Balado recipe brings a burst of flavor with its vibrant blend of shallots, garlic, tomatoes, and a spicy balado seasoning mix. Perfect for those who love a dish with a kick!
