Spicy Indonesian Chicken Bone Broth

Ingredients:

• 1/2 kg chicken bones, cleaned and chopped
• 5 red curly chilies
• 5 bird’s eye chilies (adjust for spiciness)
• 4 shallots
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 small piece turmeric
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 kaffir lime leaf
• 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised
• 1 small piece ginger, bruised
• 1 lime
• Chicken broth powder, to taste
• Granulated sugar, to taste
• Sweet soy sauce, to taste
• 500 ml water (for boiling the bones)
• Cooking oil (for sautéing)

Instructions:

1. Clean and chop the chicken bones. Marinate the bones with lime juice and set aside.

2. Prepare the spices by blending shallots, garlic, chilies, and turmeric until smooth.

3. Boil water in a pot and add the bruised ginger and kaffir lime leaf. Simmer the chicken bones until the water reduces.

4. In a separate pan, heat cooking oil and sauté the blended spices until fragrant. Add water as needed along with bay leaves and bruised lemongrass. Stir in the chicken bones.

5. Season with chicken broth powder, granulated sugar, and sweet soy sauce to taste. Adjust the seasoning and let the chicken bones absorb the flavors.

6. Once the broth has reduced slightly and the chicken bones are tender, remove from heat and serve hot.

7. This dish pairs perfectly with noodles or rice. Enjoy your Sweet and Spicy Chicken Bone Broth!

This flavorful Indonesian-style broth is sure to delight with its aromatic spices and tender chicken bones, making it a comforting choice for any mealtime.