Ayam Suwir
Discover the irresistible flavors of **Ayam Suwir**, a traditional Indonesian shredded chicken dish that's bursting with aromatic spices and creamy coconut goodness. This recipe features tender, juicy chicken infused with a vibrant spice blend of shallots, garlic, red chilies, ginger, and turmeric, enhanced with fragrant lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves. Simmered in rich coconut milk until perfectly seasoned, Ayam Suwir delivers a harmonious balance of mild heat, zesty lime juice, and a touch of sweetness. Perfectly suited for pairing with steamed rice or as a versatile side dish, this 60-minute recipe is a surefire way to bring authentic Indonesian cuisine to your table. Ideal for weekday dinners or special occasions, Ayam Suwir is your next culinary adventure in Southeast Asian cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams boneless chicken breast
- 200 ml coconut milk
- 500 ml water
- 3 tablespoons oil
- 5 cloves shallots
- 3 cloves garlic
- 3 pieces red chilies
- 1 stalk lemongrass
- 3 leaves kaffir lime leaves
- 1 inch piece ginger
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
Place the chicken breast in a pot with 500 ml of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until cooked through.
Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly. Shred the chicken using two forks into bite-size pieces. Set aside.
In a blender or food processor, combine shallots, garlic, red chilies, ginger, and blend until smooth.
Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the blended spice paste and sauté for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
Add the lemongrass, bruised (by smashing the stalk with the back of a knife), and kaffir lime leaves to the pan. Stir-fry briefly.
Add the shredded chicken to the pan and mix well with the spice paste.
Pour in the coconut milk and add the turmeric powder, salt, and sugar. Stir to combine.
Lower the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes, occasionally stirring until the mixture is thick and fragrant.
Remove from heat and stir in lime juice.
Serve the Ayam Suwir hot with steamed rice or as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
309 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.0 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 911 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.2 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 35.5 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 498 mg | 11% | |
*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.
