Ayam Goreng, literally translated to “chicken fried” in Indonesian, is completely different than the breaded American version. A marinade of aromatic garlic, turmeric, and lemongrass infuse this dish with fresh tropical flavor, and just a few sizzling minutes in hot oil (traditionally coconut oil) keeps the chicken juicy, finished with a perfect crisp on the outside. However, Indonesian fried chicken is a favorite dish for most people throughout Indonesia, it is like important side dish recipe that should be known by every Indonesian.
Ingredient
- 6 chicken pieces
- 7 cloves garlic, peel and slice
- 1 cm fresh turmeric root
- 1 stalk lemongrass, take the white part only and bruise
- Salt to taste
- Enough water to submerge the chicken
- Oil for frying