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.

Grilled Chicken With Kelantanese Spices (ayam Percik Kelantan)

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

  1. In a bowl, mix together the coconut milk, shallots, garlic, lemongrass, ginger, turmeric powder, chili powder, tamarind paste, and salt to make the marinade.
  2. Marinate the chicken pieces in the marinade for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Grill the marinated chicken pieces for about 10-12 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and slightly charred.
  5. 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