Grilled Chicken With Kelantanese Spices (ayam Percik Kelantan)
Grilled Chicken with Kelantanese Spices (Ayam Percik Kelantan) is a traditional Malaysian dish that is bursting with flavors. The chicken is marinated in a rich blend of spices and then grilled to perfection, resulting in a juicy and aromatic dish that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 4 shallots, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 lemongrass stalks, sliced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons tamarind paste
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the coconut milk, shallots, garlic, lemongrass, ginger, turmeric powder, chili powder, tamarind paste, and salt to make the marinade.
- Marinate the chicken pieces in the marinade for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the marinated chicken pieces for about 10-12 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and slightly charred.
- Remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Grill Tongs Bowl for marinating
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Grilled Chicken with Kelantanese Spices with steamed rice, cucumber slices, and a side of sambal (spicy chili paste).
Tips & tricks
For an extra burst of flavor, baste the chicken with the remaining marinade while grilling.
Cost
$15