Spiced Fried Chicken (ayam Goreng Berempah)
Spiced Fried Chicken (Ayam Goreng Berempah) is a classic Peranakan dish that features crispy, flavorful chicken with a blend of aromatic spices. This dish is a perfect combination of Malay and Chinese influences, creating a unique and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together garlic, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, chili powder, salt, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar to create a marinade.
- Coat the chicken pieces with the marinade and let it sit for 15 minutes.
- Coat the marinated chicken pieces with all-purpose flour.
- Heat oil in a pan and fry the chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the fried chicken and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve the Spiced Fried Chicken hot with steamed rice or as a standalone dish.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Frying pan Tongs Paper towels
Tools
Knife Bowl Measuring spoons
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestion: Enjoy the Spiced Fried Chicken with a side of pickled vegetables and a refreshing cucumber salad.
Tips & tricks
Tip: For extra crispiness, double coat the chicken with flour before frying.
Cost
$10