Spicy Sweet Indonesian Red Chicken (Ayam Masak Merah)

Spicy Sweet Ayam Masak Merah Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 kg chicken, cut into pieces
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt, to taste
• Seasoning powder, to taste
• Brown sugar
• White sugar
• A dash of soy sauce
• 15 bird’s eye chilies (cabe rawit)
• Cooking oil
• Water

Spice Paste:

• 12 red chilies
• 7 shallots
• 4 cloves garlic
• 3 candlenuts (previously roasted)
• 1 segment of ginger

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Spice Paste:

   • In a food processor, blend together the red chilies, shallots, garlic, candlenuts, and ginger until smooth.

2. Cooking the Dish:

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   • Heat some cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste and sauté until fragrant.
   • Add the chicken pieces to the pan and stir-fry briefly until they are coated with the spice paste.

3. Adding Seasonings:

   • Pour in a small amount of water to help the chicken absorb the flavors and cook thoroughly.
   • Season with salt, bay leaves, seasoning powder, brown sugar, and white sugar. Stir well to combine.

4. Final Touches:

   • Once the chicken has absorbed the flavors and cooked through, add the bird’s eye chilies and a dash of soy sauce for extra depth of flavor.
   • Continue cooking for a few more minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the chicken pieces evenly.

5. Serving:

   • Remove from heat and serve hot. This Ayam Masak Merah Pedas Manis pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes.

Enjoy this flavorful Indonesian dish that balances spicy and sweet flavors perfectly!