Spicy Indonesian Chicken Noodle Delight

Spicy Chicken Noodle (Mie Ayam Rica-Rica)

Ingredients:

• 1/4 chicken, cut into small pieces
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 shallots
• Bird’s eye chilies, to taste
• 1 candlenut
• 2 kaffir lime leaves
• Cooking oil, as needed
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 pack chicken noodles
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• Salt, to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Spices: Grind together shallots, garlic, candlenut, and bird’s eye chilies until smooth.

2. Sauté the Spices: Heat some cooking oil in a pan. Sauté the ground spices until fragrant.

3. Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces and kaffir lime leaves. Stir until the chicken changes color. Add a little water and soy sauce. Simmer until the liquid reduces slightly.

4. Prepare the Noodles: Meanwhile, cook the chicken noodles in boiling water until halfway done. Drain and toss with soy sauce and a little oil.

5. Combine and Serve: Serve the noodles topped with the spicy chicken mixture. Enjoy hot!

This delightful Mie Ayam Rica-Rica recipe brings together tender chicken pieces with a spicy, aromatic blend of Indonesian spices. Perfectly paired with springy chicken noodles, it’s a satisfying dish that’s sure to spice up your mealtime.