Spicy Indonesian Fried Chicken with Fresh Sambel Matah

Ingredients

• 1 fried chicken (ayam geprek)
• Sambel Matah Ingredients:
  • 4 shallots
  • 10 red bird’s eye chilies
  • 1 stalk lemongrass
  • 4 kaffir lime leaves
  • Salt to taste
  • Sugar to taste
  • Seasoning to taste
  • Hot oil

Instructions

1. Prepare the Sambel Matah:

   • Thinly slice the shallots and red chilies.
   • Lightly crush these ingredients using a stone grinder or mortar and pestle.
   • Slice the lemongrass into thin rounds and finely shred the kaffir lime leaves.

2. Cook the Sambel Matah:

   • Heat some oil in a pan until it’s very hot.
   • Add the sliced shallots, red chilies, lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves to the pan.
   • Season with salt, sugar, and seasoning to taste.
   • Pour the hot oil over the ingredients and stir well. Adjust the seasoning if needed.

3. Assemble the Dish:

   • Place the fried chicken (ayam geprek) on a serving plate.
   • Generously spoon the sambel matah over the fried chicken.

4. Serve:

   • Enjoy the Ayam Geprek Sambel Matah with warm steamed rice.

This vibrant and flavorful dish combines the crispy crunch of fried chicken with the aromatic and spicy sambel matah, making it a delightful addition to any meal.