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Malaysian

Ayam Rendang

A traditional home-style dish with a spiced sauce and a clear regional flavor.

Time90 min
Servings5
Calories179 kcal
LevelHard

Ingredients

  • chicken thigh600 g
  • coconut milk400 ml
  • rendang paste3 tbsp
  • lemongrass2 stalks
  • kerisik (toasted coconut paste)60 g
  • salt1 tsp
  • black pepper0.5 tsp
  • vegetable oil2 tbsp

Instructions

1

Cut Chicken thigh, Coconut milk, Rendang paste, Toasted coconut kerisik; chop the onion, garlic, and ginger separately.

2

Heat the fat in a heavy pan and cook the onion until golden; add garlic, ginger, and the recipe spices.

3

Add the main ingredient and fry until coated with the spiced base.

4

Add tomatoes, yogurt, coconut milk, or the liquid base included in the recipe.

5

Simmer gently until tender and the sauce thickens; adjust salt and acidity at the end.

6

Serve hot with rice, flatbread, or the traditional side for this dish.