Spiced Fried Chicken (ayam Goreng Rempah)
Spiced Fried Chicken (Ayam Goreng Rempah) is a flavorful and aromatic dish from Peranakan cuisine, featuring a blend of spices and herbs that create a deliciously crispy and fragrant coating on the chicken.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons turmeric powder
- 1 tablespoon coriander powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin powder
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised
- 3 kaffir lime leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garlic, shallots, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, salt, and sugar to form a marinade.
- Coat the chicken pieces with the marinade and let it sit for 15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry the chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the oil and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve the Spiced Fried Chicken hot with steamed rice and sambal for a complete meal.
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 Cutting board Bowl
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve with steamed rice and sambal for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the chicken to ensure a crispy coating.
Cost
$15