Ingredients:
1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
5 shallots, sliced
3 cloves of garlic, minced
3 red chillies, sliced
2 lemongrass, bruised and sliced
3 kaffir lime leaves, torn
1 turmeric leaf, torn
1 galangal, sliced
1 teaspoon of coriander seeds
1 teaspoon of cumin seeds
1 teaspoon of salt
1 teaspoon of sugar
1 liter of water
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
Instructions:
1. Heat the vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the sliced shallots, minced garlic, and sliced red chillies and sauté until fragrant.
2. Add the coriander seeds and cumin seeds and continue to sauté until the spices release their aroma.
3. Add the chicken pieces and stir until all pieces are coated with the spice mixture.
4. Add the sliced lemongrass, torn kaffir lime leaves, torn turmeric leaf, and sliced galangal. Stir for a few minutes until fragrant.
5. Add the salt and sugar and stir until they dissolve.
6. Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil.
7. Reduce the heat to low and let the chicken simmer until the liquid is reduced by half.
8. Turn off the heat and let the chicken rest in the pot for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
9. Serve the chicken with steamed rice and vegetables.
Nutrition:
This recipe yields 6 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
- Calories: 276
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 466mg
- Sugar: 2g
Ayam ungkep lengkuas is a flavorful Indonesian dish that features tender and juicy chicken pieces cooked in a fragrant spice mixture. The use of lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, turmeric leaf, and galangal adds a unique and refreshing flavor to the dish. This dish is perfect for any occasion and can be enjoyed with steamed rice and vegetables. Give this recipe a try and impress your family and friends with your cooking skills!
