Ayam Bakar

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Dive into the rich, smoky flavors of **Ayam Bakar**, a beloved Indonesian grilled chicken dish that's bursting with aromatic spices and a hint of caramelized sweetness. This recipe features succulent chicken marinated in a vibrant spice paste made from shallots, garlic, candlenuts, turmeric, and palm sugar, then simmered with fragrant bruised galangal, lemongrass, tamarind, and kaffir lime leaves for an unparalleled depth of flavor. The finishing touch involves grilling the chicken to perfection, creating a tantalizing charred exterior that pairs beautifully with its tender, juicy interior. Enhanced with the signature sweetness of kecap manis (sweet soy sauce) and subtly tangy undertones, Ayam Bakar is a perfect centerpiece for a comforting family meal or a show-stopping addition to any barbecue. Serve it with steamed rice and fresh sambal for an authentic Indonesian feast!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 45 min
• Total Time: 1 hr
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

16 items

• 1 kg Chicken, whole or cut into pieces
• 6 pieces Shallots
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves
• 3 pieces Candlenuts
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 2 tablespoons Palm sugar
• 1 tablespoon Tamarind paste
• 5 cm Galangal, bruised
• 1 stalk Lemongrass, bruised
• 3 leaves Kaffir lime leaves
• 4 tablespoons Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
• 500 ml Water

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. In a food processor, blend shallots, garlic, candlenuts, turmeric, coriander, and palm sugar into a smooth paste.

2. Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste and sauté until fragrant, about 5 minutes.

3. Add the bruised galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and tamarind paste to the pan, stirring well.

4. Pour in the water, then add the chicken pieces. Stir to coat the chicken evenly with the spice mixture.

5. Season with salt and pepper, and pour in the sweet soy sauce. Mix everything thoroughly.

6. Simmer the chicken in the sauce over low heat for about 30 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

7. Remove the chicken from the sauce and let it rest for 5 minutes.

8. Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for about 5–10 minutes on each side until lightly charred and caramelized.

9. Serve hot, garnished with additional sweet soy sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (446.7g)

Calories		809
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		46.9 g	60%
	Saturated Fat	11.6 g	58%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		220 mg	73%
Sodium		1078 mg	47%
Total Carbohydrate		24.1 g	9%
	Dietary Fiber	1.8 g	6%
	Total Sugars	17.0 g
Protein		70.6 g	141%
Vitamin D		0.6 mcg	3%
Calcium		94 mg	7%
Iron		4.0 mg	22%
Potassium		745 mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1683 cal (52.6%%)

Protein: 1128 cal (35.3%%)

Carbs: 387 cal (12.1%%)