Chicken With Green Chili (ayam Sambal Hijau)

Chicken with Green Chili (Ayam Sambal Hijau) is a flavorful and spicy dish from Peranakan Cuisine, combining tender chicken with a vibrant green chili sauce. This dish is perfect for those who enjoy a bit of heat in their meals.

Chicken With Green Chili (ayam Sambal Hijau)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 10 green chilies
  • 5 shallots
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 inch fresh turmeric
  • 1 inch galangal
  • 1 lemongrass stalk
  • 3 kaffir lime leaves
  • 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Grind the green chilies, shallots, garlic, turmeric, and galangal into a 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 are browned.
  4. Add the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, tamarind paste, and salt. Stir well.
  5. Cover and simmer until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pan Grinder or food processor Cooking spoon

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Chicken with Green Chili with steamed rice and a side of pickled vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a milder version, reduce the number of green chilies used in the recipe.

Cost

$15