Ayam Geprek
Ayam Geprek is a fiery Indonesian favorite, combining crispy fried chicken with bold, spicy sambal made from red chili peppers, shallots, garlic, and a hint of lime. This dish pairs succulent chicken breasts, perfectly seasoned and coated in a golden, crunchy flour-and-cornstarch batter, with a sambal that's freshly pressed to meld its vibrant flavors directly into the chicken. Ideal for spice lovers, Ayam Geprek is both indulgent and easy to prepare, with a satisfying smash-and-serve technique that enhances its authenticity. Serve this sizzling masterpiece with steamed white rice for a complete meal bursting with heat and zesty flavor. Perfect for dinner or casual gatherings, Ayam Geprek brings Indonesian street food to your table in just under an hour. Keywords: Ayam Geprek recipe, Indonesian fried chicken, spicy sambal, crispy chicken, easy Indonesian dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
- 100 grams flour
- 50 grams cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 500 milliliters vegetable oil
- 8 pieces red chili peppers
- 2 pieces shallots
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 piece lime
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
Start by preparing the chicken breasts; cut each breast into two equal pieces.
Season the chicken pieces with 1 teaspoon salt and 0.5 teaspoon white pepper. Let it rest for 10 minutes to absorb the seasoning.
In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix them well.
Beat the eggs in a separate bowl. Set aside.
Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, coating it evenly. Then dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, making sure it's fully covered. Press the flour onto the chicken so it sticks well.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Carefully fry the chicken pieces in batches if necessary. Cook until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
Once cooked, let the chicken drain on a wire rack or paper towels to remove excess oil.
Prepare the sambal by grinding red chili peppers, shallots, and garlic cloves in a mortar and pestle until coarse. Add 0.5 teaspoon salt, juice of 1 lime, and 1 teaspoon sugar, mix well.
Take the fried chicken and place it in the mortar with the sambal. Using the pestle, smush the chicken with the sambal, pressing down so the sambal adheres to the chicken.
Transfer the smashed chicken to a serving plate and serve hot with steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4985 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 461.9 g | 592% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.5 g | 342% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 285.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 578 mg | 193% | |
| Sodium | 3326 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.2 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.2 g | ||
| Protein | 95.7 g | 191% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1689 mg | 36% | |
*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.
