Ayam Goreng Kuning
Chicken simmered in turmeric and lemongrass, then fried until crisp, golden and full of flavour.
- Time1 hr 10
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £1.60 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Blitz the shallots, garlic and ginger to a paste with the turmeric and coriander.
- 2
Put the chicken, paste, lemongrass, lime leaves, water and a good pinch of salt in a pan. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 30 minutes until the liquid has almost gone.
30 min - 3
Lift out the chicken and pat dry. Keep the thick spice paste for serving.
- 4
Heat the oil in a deep pan to a medium high heat. Fry the chicken in batches for 5 minutes, turning, until deep golden and crisp.
5 min - 5
Drain on kitchen paper. Serve with rice, cucumber and the cooked spice paste spooned over.
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