World Flavors Cookbook

Ayam Goreng Berempah

Name: Ayam Goreng Berempah
Cook time: 20 min
Cuisine: Malaysia
Ingredients: 1kg chicken pieces Marinade: 4 stalks lemongrass, 2 inches ginger, 4 shallots, 1 tbsp turmeric powder, 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp cumin, 1 tbsp coriander, curry leaves Oil for deep frying

Crispy Malaysian fried chicken marinated in a fragrant blend of lemongrass, ginger, and spices.

Cuisine: Malaysia

Ingredients

1kg chicken pieces Marinade: 4 stalks lemongrass, 2 inches ginger, 4 shallots, 1 tbsp turmeric powder, 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp cumin, 1 tbsp coriander, curry leaves Oil for deep frying

Instructions

1. Blend the marinade ingredients (except curry leaves) into a paste. 2. Toss chicken with the paste and curry leaves. Marinate for at least 2 hours. 3. Heat oil in a large pot. 4. Deep fry the chicken along with the marinade bits until golden brown and crispy. 5. The crispy spiced bits are the highlight—serve them over the chicken.