Spicy Indonesian Fried Chicken Smash (Sambal Ayam Penyet)

Indonesian Spicy Smashed Fried Chicken (Sambal Ayam Penyet)

Ingredients:

• Fried chicken (find the marinated recipe in my other recipes)
• Cassava leaves (perfectly paired with boiled cassava leaves)
• 15-20 orange chilies
• 1-2 cloves of garlic
• Hot oil
• Beef-flavored seasoning (Royco)
• Salt
• Granulated sugar (for those who prefer less heat)
• Fried shallots (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sambal:

   • Rinse the chilies and garlic cloves thoroughly. Roughly grind them in a mortar and pestle.
   • Heat the hot oil in a pan and pour it over the ground chilies and garlic in the mortar.
   • Season with a pinch of salt, beef-flavored seasoning (Royco), and a bit of sugar (optional).
   • Grind again while stirring until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.

2. Serve:

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   • Smash the fried chicken on top of the prepared sambal.
   • Serve hot with plenty of steamed rice and garnish with fried shallots.
   • Pair with boiled cassava leaves for a delightful and spicy meal experience.

Enjoy this flavorful Indonesian dish that promises a satisfyingly spicy kick with every bite!