Ayam Geprek (Crushed Fried Chicken) with Spicy Sambal

Crispy fried chicken crushed and mixed with a fiery sambal. This dish is known for its intense heat and satisfying crunch, a beloved Indonesian street food.

Prep Time

25 minutes

Total Time

60 minutes

Calories

750 kcal

Difficulty

Medium

Equipment

4 items

Cost

£1.77/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

4piecesChicken Thighs(Bone-in, skin-on for best flavor and crispiness)

£2.50

1cupAll-Purpose Flour(Can substitute with gluten-free flour mix for gluten-free version.)

£0.20

0.5cupCornstarch(For extra crispiness.)

£0.30

1teaspoonGarlic Powder

£0.10

1teaspoonOnion Powder

£0.10

0.5teaspoonWhite Pepper

£0.05

1teaspoonSalt(Or to taste.)

£0.01

1Egg(Beaten)

£0.25

0.3cupWater(To thin the egg mixture.)

Sufficient for deep fryingCooking Oil(Vegetable or canola oil recommended.)

£1.50

10piecesRed Bird's Eye Chilies (Cabe Rawit)(Adjust to your spice preference. Remove seeds for milder heat.)

£1.00

3clovesGarlic Cloves(Roughly chopped.)

£0.15

4piecesShallots(Roughly chopped.)

£0.60

0.5teaspoonShrimp Paste (Terasi)(Grilled or toasted briefly for better flavor. Optional for Vegetarians.)

£0.20

0.5teaspoonSugar(Palm sugar preferred, but granulated sugar works too.)

£0.01

0.3teaspoonSalt(Or to taste.)

£0.01

1teaspoonLime Juice(Freshly squeezed.)

£0.10

Total Cost

£7.08

£1.77 per serving

Instructions

1.
**Prepare the Chicken:** In a bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, white pepper, and salt. Mix well.
2.
In another bowl, whisk the egg with water.
3.
Dip each chicken thigh in the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
4.
**Fry the Chicken:** Heat cooking oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 325°F (160°C).
5.
Fry the chicken thighs for about 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a thermometer to ensure internal temp is 165F.
6.
Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on a wire rack.
7.
**Make the Sambal:** While the chicken is frying, prepare the sambal. Grill/toast the terasi lightly if using.
8.
In a mortar and pestle (or food processor), combine chilies, garlic, shallots, toasted terasi, sugar, and salt.
9.
Grind or blend into a coarse paste. Avoid making it too smooth.
10.
Add lime juice to the sambal and mix well.
11.
**Assemble the Ayam Geprek:** Place the fried chicken on a cutting board.
12.
Using a pestle or the flat side of a heavy knife, crush the chicken slightly.
13.
Place the crushed chicken in a wok or skillet. Spoon the prepared sambal over the chicken.
14.
Gently mix the chicken with the sambal, ensuring it's well coated.
15.
Serve immediately with steamed rice, sliced cucumbers, and tempeh or tofu (optional).

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (250g)

750 kcal / 3138 kJ

Carbs

25g

10% of RDA

Fat

55g

79% of RDA

Protein

45g

90% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

3 g

10% of RDA

Sugar

5 g

6% of RDA

Sodium

1200 mg

52% of RDA

Saturated Fat

15 g

75% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Adjust the amount of chilies in the sambal to your preferred level of spiciness.

For extra crispy chicken, double-dredge it in the flour mixture.

Don't overcrowd the fryer; fry the chicken in batches.

Serve Ayam Geprek immediately after crushing and mixing with the sambal to prevent the chicken from becoming soggy.

Toasting the terasi (shrimp paste) enhances its flavor and reduces its strong smell.

Cooking Equipment

Large bowl

Deep fryer or large pot

Mortar and pestle (or food processor)

Wok or large skillet

Wine Pairings

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Chef's Tips

Adjust the amount of chilies in the sambal to your preferred level of spiciness.

For extra crispy chicken, double-dredge it in the flour mixture.

Don't overcrowd the fryer; fry the chicken in batches.

Serve Ayam Geprek immediately after crushing and mixing with the sambal to prevent the chicken from becoming soggy.

Toasting the terasi (shrimp paste) enhances its flavor and reduces its strong smell.

Ayam Geprek (Crushed Fried Chicken) with Spicy Sambal

Ingredients

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