Gluten-Free Molen Lilit
Discover the irresistible charm of Gluten-Free Molen Lilit, a vibrant twist on a traditional Indonesian dish that's perfect for anyone avoiding gluten. Made with tender chicken breast, creamy coconut milk, and aromatic spices like turmeric, kaffir lime leaves, and coriander, this recipe bursts with bold, tropical flavors. The mixture is wrapped around lemongrass stalks, creating a fragrant and visually stunning presentation, while a quick pan-sear in coconut oil locks in richness and depth. Ready in under an hour, this dish is ideal as an appetizer or main course for any occasion. Gluten-free, flavorful, and easy to prepare, it's a crowd-pleasing delight that brings a taste of Bali to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams chicken breast
- 100 ml coconut milk
- 10 whole lemongrass stalks
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 3 medium shallots
- 3 whole garlic cloves
- 1 whole red chili
- 3 whole kaffir lime leaves
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Start by cutting the chicken breast into chunks. Use a food processor to blend the chicken until it turns into a smooth paste.
In a separate food processor, combine shallots, garlic cloves, and red chili. Blend until you achieve a fine paste.
In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken paste with coconut milk, the shallot-chili paste, salt, sugar, black pepper, turmeric powder, and coriander powder. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
Finely chop the kaffir lime leaves and add them to the mixture. Stir everything together nicely.
Take each stalk of lemongrass and wrap a portion of the chicken mixture around the lower half, pressing it securely and evenly.
Heat the coconut oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, place the lemongrass stalks with the wrapped chicken in the pan. Cook each side for about 10 minutes or until the meat is golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from heat and allow to rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve the Gluten-Free Molen Lilit immediately. Enjoy it as a delicious appetizer or a main course!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1811 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.7 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.4 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 430 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 4079 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.3 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.5 g | ||
| Protein | 156.8 g | 314% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 594 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 61.1 mg | 339% | |
| Potassium | 6958 mg | 148% | |
*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.
