Name: Opor ayam
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 6 personnes
Cuisine: Indonésienne
Ingredients: 1.5 kg whole chicken; 6 shallot(s); 5 clove(s) garlic; 6 candlenut(s); 1 tsp coriander seeds; 10 g turmeric; 15 g fresh ginger; 10 g galangal; 2 stalk(s) lemongrass; 4 bay leaf(s); 4 kaffir lime leaf(s); 200 ml coconut milk; 100 ml chicken stock; 2 tbsp fried shallots; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; green onion(s); red chili pepper(s); salt; pepper

Recipe

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Servings

6 personnes

Ingredients

Instructions

Preparing the ingredients:

1Cut the chicken into 8 pieces.
2Peel the shallots, garlic, ginger, and turmeric.

Preparing the opor ayam:

3In a blender, put the shallots, garlic, ginger, turmeric, candlenuts, coriander seeds, and vegetable oil.
4Blend for a few seconds until smooth and even.
5In a large saucepan, sauté the spice paste until fragrant.
6Crush the lemongrass and galangal with a pestle and add them to the spice paste.
7Finally add the kaffir lime leaves and bay leaves.
8Cook for a few more minutes, then add the chicken stock.
9Add the chicken pieces.
10Simmer over low heat, covered, until the chicken is tender, for about 45 minutes.
11Add the coconut milk and mix.
12Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
13Add a little hot water if the sauce is too thick.
14Bring the sauce to a boil for a few minutes, turn off the heat, and add the fried shallots.
15Garnish with sliced green onions and red chilies.
16Serve immediately with white rice.

About this dish

Opor ayam is a traditional Indonesian dish featuring chicken slow-cooked in a rich, creamy sauce made with coconut milk and spices. Originating from Java, this dish is often prepared for special occasions and festivities. The chicken is first simmered until tender, absorbing the deep flavors of spices like turmeric, ginger, garlic, and shallots. The velvety sauce is flavored with lemongrass, bay leaves, and kaffir lime leaves, adding an aromatic complexity typical of Indonesian cuisine. Coconut milk adds a creamy sweetness that perfectly balances the spices. Opor ayam is often served with white rice or ketupat (compressed rice cooked in palm leaves), and garnished with fried shallots and green onions for a crunchy touch. This dish offers a comforting combination of mild and spicy flavors typical of Indonesian cuisine, making every bite a rich and flavorful experience.