Whole30 Ayam Pop
Discover the vibrant flavors of Whole30 Ayam Pop, a clean and healthy spin on the traditional Indonesian dish. This recipe features succulent bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs simmered in a fragrant blend of coconut milk, coconut aminos, shallots, garlic, ginger, and lemongrass for a tender, flavor-packed base. After simmering, the chicken is grilled to perfection, yielding irresistibly crispy, golden skin with a touch of smoky char. Infused with aromatic spices like bay leaves and cracked black peppercorns, this dish is Whole30-compliant, dairy-free, gluten-free, and bursting with bold Southeast Asian flavors. Serve it hot with lime wedges for a zesty finish that elevates every bite. Perfect for meal prep or family dinners, it’s a satisfying and wholesome option that doesn’t compromise on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
- 0.25 cup coconut aminos
- 1 cup coconut milk (unsweetened)
- 4 pieces shallots, thinly sliced
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 piece lemongrass stalk, bruised and cut into 3-inch pieces
- 2 pieces bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black peppercorns, cracked
- 2 cups water
- 4 pieces lime wedges
Instructions
In a large pot, combine the coconut aminos, coconut milk, shallots, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, bay leaves, sea salt, and black peppercorns.
Add 2 cups of water to the pot and stir to mix all ingredients well.
Submerge the chicken thighs in the liquid mixture, ensuring they are completely covered.
Place the pot over medium heat and bring the liquid to a gentle simmer. Do not let it boil vigorously.
Simmer the chicken thighs for about 30 minutes, or until they are cooked through and tender. Occasionally stir and skim off any foam that rises to the surface.
Once the chicken is cooked, carefully remove the thighs from the pot, allowing any excess liquid to drip back into the pot.
Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.
Grill the cooked chicken thighs skin-side down for 3-4 minutes, or until the skin becomes crispy and slightly charred.
Flip the chicken and grill for an additional 3 minutes on the other side.
Remove the chicken from the grill and serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing over the top before eating.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
473 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.7 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 127 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 880 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 29.2 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 601 mg | 13% | |
*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.
