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.
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
- Grind green chilies, shallots, garlic, and ginger into a smooth paste.
- Heat cooking oil in a pan and sauté the spice paste until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until they change color.
- 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.
- 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