Best Opor Ayam – Indonesian Chicken Curry
Indonesia, a nation renowned for its rich and diverse culinary heritage, has gifted the world with an array of delicious dishes. Among them, Opor Ayam stands out as a tantalizing and aromatic chicken curry that captures the essence of Indonesian flavors.
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Opor Ayam is a harmonious symphony of creamy coconut milk, fragrant spices, and tender chicken, creating a blissful blend of savory, subtly sweet, and aromatic flavors that dance on the palate.
- 500gr chicken
- 5 shallot
- 3 garlic
- 3 candlenut
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp galangal
- 2 bayleaf
- 1 pcs lemongrass
- 3 tbsp oil
- 200 ml coocnut milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp mushroom bouillon
- a pinch of sugar
- Water
Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
Then finely blend shallots, garlic, candlenuts, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and galangal.
Heat the oil in a pan and sauté the blended mixture until it releases its enticing aromas. Add bay leaves, lemongrass, and chicken.
Add water let it boil for sometime then pour the coconut milk. Add salt, a pinch of sugar, and the umami depth of mushroom bouillon. Let it simmer until the curry reduce.
Servings 3
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 719kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 60.8g94%
- Saturated Fat 23.7g119%
- Cholesterol 125mg42%
- Sodium 367.99mg16%
- Potassium 659mg19%
- Total Carbohydrate 11.1g4%
- Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
- Sugars 1.9g
- Protein 34.8g70%
- Calcium 66 mg
- Iron 6 mg
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice.
- Use good-quality coconut milk for a creamy and indulgent texture. If using canned coconut milk, shake well before opening to ensure a consistent consistency throughout.