Ayam Kecap: A Savory Indonesian Chicken Dish
Ingredients:
- 400 g chicken breast fillet
- 3 shallots
- 2 garlic cloves
- 10 small red chili peppers
- 1 piece of ginger
- 100 ml water
- Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis), to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Cooking oil, for sautéing
Instructions:
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Prepare the Ingredients: Begin by gathering all your ingredients. Thinly slice the shallots and garlic cloves. Finely chop the small red chili peppers. Peel and slice the ginger into thin strips.
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Sauté Aromatics: Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced shallots and garlic to the hot oil. Sauté until fragrant and the shallots turn golden brown.
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Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken breast fillet to the skillet with the aromatic mixture. Stir in the chopped ginger and red chili peppers. Cook the chicken, stirring occasionally, until it changes color and is no longer pink in the center.
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Add Seasonings: Pour in the sweet soy sauce (kecap manis) to taste. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the sauce. Add water and continue to cook, allowing the liquid to reduce and thicken slightly.
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Season and Adjust: Season with salt according to your taste. Stir well and let the dish cook until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is tender.
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Serve: Once the sauce has reduced to your liking and the chicken is cooked through, remove from heat. Serve the Ayam Kecap hot with steamed rice or your preferred side dishes.
Enjoy the rich, savory flavors of this classic Indonesian chicken dish!
