Spicy Teriyaki Chicken Delight

Spicy Teriyaki Chicken

This Spicy Teriyaki Chicken recipe offers a delightful blend of heat and sweetness, bringing together tender chicken pieces with a flavorful teriyaki sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, this dish combines the rich umami of teriyaki sauce with a spicy kick that will tantalize your taste buds. Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients:

• Chicken:

  Related Articles

  • 
    Authentic Indonesian Gule Ayam Curry Recipe
  • 
    Sweet Soy Glazed Chicken Delight
  • 
    Classic Chicken Teriyaki with Sweet Soy Glaze
  • 
    Spicy Indonesian Green Chili Chicken (Ayam Cabe Hijau)
  • 1/2 kg chicken, cut into pieces

• Spice Paste:

  • 2 dried red chilies
  • 5 small red chilies
  • 3 shallots
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cm ginger (optional)
  • Salt to taste

• Additional Ingredients:

  • 1 small packet of teriyaki sauce
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 300 ml water
  • Seasoning (optional, such as chicken bouillon or a similar flavor enhancer)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Rinse the chicken pieces thoroughly. Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.

2. Make the Spice Paste:

   • In a mortar and pestle or a food processor, grind the dried red chilies, small red chilies, shallots, garlic, black pepper, and ginger (if using) into a smooth paste. Add salt to taste.

3. Cook the Aromatics:

   • In the same pan used for frying the chicken, add a bit of oil and sauté the spice paste and chopped onion until fragrant and the onions are translucent.

4. Simmer the Sauce:

   • Pour in the 300 ml of water and the optional seasoning. Stir well, then cover and let it simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

5. Add the Teriyaki Sauce:

   • Stir in the teriyaki sauce and continue to cook until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken pieces. Adjust seasoning if needed.

6. Combine and Serve:

   • Return the fried chicken to the pan, ensuring each piece is well coated with the spicy teriyaki sauce. Cook for an additional few minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce has reduced to your desired consistency.

7. Garnish and Enjoy:

   • Serve hot, and enjoy the spicy, sweet, and savory flavors of this delicious teriyaki chicken.

This Spicy Teriyaki Chicken is sure to be a hit, delivering a wonderful balance of heat and sweetness with every bite. Serve it over steamed rice or with your favorite side dishes for a complete meal. Enjoy! 😋