Ayam Bakar Makassar (makassar-style Grilled Chicken)
Ayam Bakar Makassar is a traditional grilled chicken dish from the city of Makassar in Indonesia. It is known for its rich and flavorful marinade that gives the chicken a deliciously smoky and savory taste.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 5 shallots
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 red chilies
- 1 inch ginger
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons tamarind juice
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Grind shallots, garlic, red chilies, and ginger into a smooth paste.
- Marinate the chicken pieces with the ground paste, turmeric powder, brown sugar, soy sauce, tamarind juice, and salt. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the marinated chicken with vegetable oil and grill for 15-20 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and charred.
- Serve the Ayam Bakar Makassar hot with steamed rice and sambal for an authentic experience.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Grill Brush Knife Cutting board Bowl for marinating
Tools
Grill Knife Cutting board Bowl
Serving suggestions
Ayam Bakar Makassar is best served with steamed rice, sambal, and a side of fresh cucumber and tomato salad.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, add more red chilies to the marinade. Adjust the level of spiciness according to your preference.
Cost
$10