Ayam goreng berempah (spiced crispy fried chicken)
Time: 1 hr (about 30 min hands-on) Marinating: at least 2 hours, ideally overnight 4 servings approx. 720 kcal / serving (estimated) approx. 38 g protein / serving
Malay fried chicken marinated in a spice paste, finished with a sprinkle of the paste's own crispy fried leftovers. Fragrant, lemongrass-scented, golden from the turmeric.
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Blend the lemongrass, shallots, garlic, ginger and galangal with a little water into a paste. Mix in the ground spices, salt and sugar, and rub over the chicken. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight. ⏱ Timer: 2 h Before frying, mix the rice flour into the chicken. Heat the oil in a deep pot to 170°C, and fry the chicken in batches for 12-15 minutes, until deep brown and cooked through. ⏱ Timer: 12 min Fry the leftover spice paste and the curry leaves in the oil for 1-2 minutes until crispy, and remove with a slotted spoon. ⏱ Timer: 1 min Sprinkle the chicken with the crispy spice crumbs, and serve with rice and cucumber.
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Tips
Thigh meat stays juicier than breast. In a 200°C oven on a rack, it's ready in 35-40 minutes with less oil.
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