Spicy Indonesian Grilled Chicken (Ayam Bakar Kriwul)

Grilled Spicy Chicken (Ayam Bakar Rasa Kriwul)

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Indonesian cuisine with this delectable recipe for Grilled Spicy Chicken, also known as Ayam Bakar Rasa Kriwul. This dish marries aromatic spices with tender chicken, offering a taste of traditional Indonesian flavors. Perfect for a weekend feast or a special occasion, this recipe is sure to impress. Here’s a step-by-step guide to creating this mouthwatering dish:

Ingredients

Spice Paste:

• 3 red shallots (bawang merah)
• 2 garlic cloves (bawang putih)
• 1 red curly chili (cabai kriting merah)
• 1 kaffir lime leaf (daun jeruk)
• 1 cm kencur (aromatic ginger)
• 1/2 cm ginger (jahe)
• Ground pepper (merica bubuk) to taste
• Coriander (ketumbar) to taste

Main Ingredients:

• 1/4 chicken, cut into pieces
• Water (air mineral) as needed
• Salt to taste
• Cooking oil for frying

Instructions

1. Prepare the Spice Paste:

   • Begin by dry-roasting the spices you plan to grind. This step enhances their flavors and aroma.
   • Using a mortar and pestle or a food processor, grind the following ingredients into a smooth paste: red shallots, garlic cloves, red curly chili, kencur, ginger, and kaffir lime leaf. Add ground pepper and coriander to taste.

2. Cook the Spice Paste:

   • Heat a small amount of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat.
   • Add the ground spice paste to the pan. Sauté until fragrant and the oil starts to separate from the paste.

3. Simmer the Chicken:

   • Add water to the pan with the spice paste and mix well.
   • Place the chicken pieces into the pan and cook on medium heat.
   • Simmer the chicken until the water reduces and is almost absorbed, and the chicken is tender and infused with the spice flavors.

4. Grill the Chicken:

   • Preheat a non-stick pan or grill pan over low heat.
   • Place the cooked chicken pieces on the pan and grill, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and slightly crispy on the outside.

5. Serve:

   • Once grilled to perfection, remove the chicken from the pan and serve hot.
   • This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or a fresh salad.

Enjoy the rich, spicy flavors of Ayam Bakar Rasa Kriwul, a classic Indonesian grilled chicken dish that’s sure to delight your taste buds!