Sweet and Spicy Indonesian Chicken Wings (Rica Rica Ayam Kecap)

Rica Rica Ayam Kecap: Indonesian Spicy Chicken with Sweet Soy Sauce

Ingredients:

• 1/2 pound chicken wings, cut into pieces
• Spice Paste:
  • 8 red chilies (keriting)
  • 5 bird’s eye chilies (rawit)
  • 8 shallots
  • 5 cloves garlic
  • 1 cm ginger
  • 2 cm turmeric
• 2 bay leaves (daun salam)
• 2 kaffir lime leaves (daun jeruk)
• 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised
• Salt to taste
• Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis) to taste
• Soy sauce (motto) to taste
• Chicken bouillon powder to taste
• Water as needed
• Cooking oil as needed
• 1 cm galangal, bruised
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Clean the chicken wings and cut them into pieces as desired.

2. Make the Spice Paste:

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   • In a blender or food processor, combine the red chilies, bird’s eye chilies, shallots, garlic, ginger, and turmeric. Blend into a smooth paste.

3. Cook the Chicken:

   • Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste and sauté until fragrant.
   • Add the chicken pieces to the pan, stirring well to coat them with the spice paste.

4. Add the Flavorings:

   • Pour in enough water to cover the chicken. Stir to combine.
   • Season with salt, chicken bouillon powder, sweet soy sauce, soy sauce (motto), and granulated sugar (if using). Mix well.

5. Add the Aromatics:

   • Add the bay leaves, kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass, and galangal to the pan. Stir to incorporate.

6. Simmer:

   • Allow the mixture to simmer gently, uncovered, until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. Adjust seasoning to taste.

7. Serve:

   • Once the chicken is tender and the flavors have melded together, remove from heat.
   • Serve hot, garnished with additional herbs if desired, and enjoy with steamed rice or your choice of side dishes.

Bon appétit and enjoy your flavorful Indonesian chicken dish!