Ayam Balado Hijau Pedas (spicy Green Chili Chicken Curry)

Ayam Balado Hijau Pedas is a traditional Padang dish known for its spicy and flavorful green chili chicken curry. This dish is a perfect combination of tender chicken pieces cooked in a rich, aromatic green chili sauce, creating a delightful explosion of flavors in every bite.

Ayam Balado Hijau Pedas (spicy Green Chili Chicken Curry)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 10 green chilies
  • 5 shallots
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 inch ginger
  • 2 tomatoes
  • 2 lemongrass stalks
  • 4 kaffir lime leaves
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil

Instructions

  1. Grind green chilies, shallots, garlic, and ginger into a smooth paste.
  2. Heat cooking oil in a pan and sauté the spice paste until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken pieces and cook until they change color.
  4. Pour in coconut milk, add turmeric powder, salt, sugar, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and tomatoes. Simmer until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens.
  5. Serve 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
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pan Knife Cutting board Grinder or mortar and pestle Measuring spoons

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestion: Enjoy Ayam Balado Hijau Pedas with a side of steamed white rice and a refreshing cucumber salad.

Tips & tricks

Tip: Adjust the number of green chilies to control the spiciness of the dish according to your preference.

Cost

$15