Ayam Bali Balinese Chicken
Transport your taste buds straight to the tropical paradise of Bali with Ayam Bali, an aromatic and flavorful Balinese chicken dish. This recipe showcases tender chicken thighs or drumsticks simmered in a rich and creamy spice-laden sauce made from a blend of shallots, garlic, red chilies, galangal, turmeric, and lemongrass, enhanced with the luxurious creaminess of coconut milk. The addition of kaffir lime leaves and palm sugar imparts a delightful balance of zesty freshness and subtle sweetness, while the slow simmering process ensures the chicken absorbs every ounce of the vibrant flavors. Ideal for a family dinner or a special occasion, this Indonesian recipe pairs perfectly with steamed jasmine rice, turning your meal into an exotic culinary escape. Whether you're a fan of Southeast Asian cuisine or looking to try something new, Ayam Bali is an irresistible dish that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 800 g chicken thighs or drumsticks
- 6 pieces shallots
- 4 pieces garlic cloves
- 5 pieces red chilies (adjust for spice tolerance)
- 3 pieces candlenuts (or substitute with macadamia nuts)
- 5 cm ginger
- 2 cm galangal
- 2 pieces lemongrass stalks (white part only)
- 5 cm turmeric
- 4 pieces kaffir lime leaves
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 1 tbsp palm sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 200 ml water
Instructions
Clean and pat dry the chicken pieces. Set aside.
Prepare the spice paste by blending shallots, garlic, red chilies, candlenuts, ginger, galangal, turmeric, and lemongrass into a smooth paste.
Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the chicken to absorb the flavors of the spice paste.
Pour in the coconut milk and water, and stir to combine. Add kaffir lime leaves, palm sugar, and salt.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the chicken simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Uncover the pan and simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes to thicken the sauce to your preferred consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve the Ayam Bali hot with steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
587 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.5 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 168 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 675 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 42.1 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 63 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 840 mg | 18% | |
*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.
