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
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Prepare the Spices: Grind together shallots, garlic, candlenut, and bird’s eye chilies until smooth.
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Sauté the Spices: Heat some cooking oil in a pan. Sauté the ground spices until fragrant.
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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.
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Prepare the Noodles: Meanwhile, cook the chicken noodles in boiling water until halfway done. Drain and toss with soy sauce and a little oil.
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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.