Ayam Balado Hijau Pedas Santan (spicy Green Chili Chicken Curry With Coconut Milk)

Ayam Balado Hijau Pedas Santan is a traditional Padang dish known for its spicy and flavorful green chili chicken curry with a creamy coconut milk base. This dish is a perfect combination of heat, richness, and aromatic spices that will tantalize your taste buds.

Ayam Balado Hijau Pedas Santan (spicy Green Chili Chicken Curry With Coconut Milk)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 10 green chilies
  • 5 shallots
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 inch galangal, sliced
  • 2 lemongrass stalks, bruised
  • 4 kaffir lime leaves
  • 1 turmeric leaf (optional)
  • 400ml coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons tamarind paste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt to taste
  • 3 tablespoons cooking oil

Instructions

  1. Grind the green chilies, shallots, and garlic into a smooth paste.
  2. Heat the cooking oil in a pan and sauté the spice paste until fragrant.
  3. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they change color.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk, add the lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and turmeric leaf. Simmer until the chicken is tender.
  5. Add tamarind paste, sugar, and salt to taste. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  6. Serve the Ayam Balado Hijau Pedas Santan hot with steamed rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
12g
Protein
25g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pan Knife Cutting board Grinder or mortar and pestle Wooden spoon

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Enjoy Ayam Balado Hijau Pedas Santan with steamed white rice and a side of sambal for an authentic Padang dining experience.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Adjust the amount of green chilies to control the spiciness of the dish according to your preference.

Cost

$15