Ayam Goreng Lengkuas (Fried Chicken with Galangal)

Name: Ayam Goreng Lengkuas (Fried Chicken with Galangal)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 pieces Chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs); 4 tablespoons Galangal (fresh, grated); 2 tablespoons Turmeric (fresh, grated); 4 cloves Garlic; 6 pieces Shallots; 3 pieces Candlenuts (kemiri); 1 teaspoon Coriander powder; 1/2 teaspoon Cumin powder; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1/2 teaspoon Sugar; 1 cup Coconut milk; 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)

Crispy and aromatic fried chicken infused with galangal, turmeric, and other Indonesian spices. A family favorite.

20m prep + 35m cook4 servings

Contains nutsPEANUT-free

550 cal|40g protein|15g carbs|35g fat|2g fiber

Ingredients

8 pieces Chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs)
4 tablespoons Galangal (fresh, grated)
2 tablespoons Turmeric (fresh, grated)
4 cloves Garlic
6 pieces Shallots
3 pieces Candlenuts (kemiri)
1 teaspoon Coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon Cumin powder
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Sugar
1 cup Coconut milk
2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

1Grind or blend the galangal, turmeric, garlic, shallots, candlenuts (or macadamia nuts), coriander powder, cumin powder, salt, and sugar into a fine paste.
2Marinate the chicken pieces with the spice paste and coconut milk for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight in the refrigerator).
3Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
4Fry the chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
5Remove the chicken and drain on paper towels.
6Serve hot with rice and your favorite Indonesian side dishes.

Substitutions

Candlenuts (kemiri) → Macadamia Nuts

Provides a similar nutty flavor and creamy texture.

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