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Ayam Rica-Rica (Spicy Indonesian Chicken)

Ayam Rica-Rica is a renowned spicy chicken dish from North Sulawesi, Indonesia, celebrated for its vibrant red chilies, fresh aromatics, and rich coconut milk sauce. Its distinctive fiery and aromatic taste is a hallmark of Minahasan cuisine, often served with steamed jasmine rice.

Intermediate
45 min
4 servings
Ayam Rica-Rica (Spicy Indonesian Chicken)

Ingredients

  • 500g chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into chunks
  • 4 red chilies, deseeded and chopped
  • 3 shallots, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
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Method

  1. 1In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  2. 2Sauté chopped shallots, minced garlic, and chopped red chilies until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  3. 3Add bruised lemongrass stalks and lime leaves. Cook for 1 minute, stirring.
  4. 4Add the chicken chunks and stir-fry until lightly browned, around 5 minutes.
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