AYAM KALASAN (GINGER FRIED CHICKEN)

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h45m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 cup candlenut
1 cup sliced galangal
1 cup sliced ginger
1 cup fresh turmeric
1 tablespoon turmeric powder
1 stalk lemongrass
Salt
10 chicken quarters
One 13.5-ounce can coconut milk
Oil, for deep-frying
Cooked jasmine rice and Sambal Terasi (recipe follows), for serving
3 cups red peppers
1 cup Thai chiles
1 cup lime leaves
1 cup shallots
1 cup ripe tomatoes
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons shrimp paste
1 tablespoon salt
Oil, for sauteing

Steps:

  • Blend candlenut, galangal, ginger, fresh turmeric and turmeric powder together into a paste in a food processor.
  • Fill a large stockpot halfway with water with the lemongrass, ginger paste and salt to taste and bring to a rolling boil, then add the chicken.
  • Cook on medium heat for 1 hour, then add the coconut milk and cook another hour.
  • Remove chicken and strain the solids from the stock. Save stock for soup!
  • Add oil for deep frying to a wok. Heat oil, then fry chicken and ginger paste until crispy golden brown. Sift out crispy ginger flakes and serve with the chicken.
  • Serve with jasmine rice and Sambal Terasi.
  • Blend peppers, chiles, lime leaves, shallots, tomatoes, sugar, paprika, shrimp paste and salt into a chunky paste in a food processor.
  • Cover a pan in oil, then heat and saute paste until it becomes thicker and darker, 4 to 5 minutes.

Jilhaj Islam
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This is the worst chicken recipe I've ever tried.


Charles Casteling
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The chicken was overcooked and dry.


Kamal Abdullahi
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I didn't like the taste of the ginger marinade.


brian dimas
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This recipe is a bit too complicated for me.


SB STUDIO
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I thought the ginger flavor was a bit too strong.


Giselle Nedia
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I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my chicken came out a little dry.


Hamid Nawaz
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Yolanda Wallace
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves fried chicken.


Jose Solorio
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This recipe is perfect for a special occasion. The chicken is elegant and delicious.


Zicky Bella
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I'm not a big fan of ginger, but I still enjoyed this recipe. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious.


Mohsin Gakhar
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The chicken is incredibly flavorful and juicy.


Destiny Lynch
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I made this recipe for a party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the chicken, and I received several compliments on the recipe.


akash bhuiyan
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the chicken is always a hit with my family.


Alish Susling
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I was pleasantly surprised with how easy this recipe was to make. The chicken turned out tender and juicy, and the ginger marinade gave it a delicious flavor.


Yvette Kruggel
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful. I loved the crispy skin and the ginger sauce.


Shaik MDK
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it always turns out perfect. The chicken is always cooked evenly and the ginger marinade gives it a delicious flavor.


faith Ogbimi
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This is my new favorite fried chicken recipe. It's so easy to make, and the results are amazing. The chicken is tender on the inside and crispy on the outside.


Sudais Writes
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Just tried this recipe, and it's a hit! The chicken is crispy, flavorful, and the ginger adds a nice touch.