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Malaysian Fried Chicken

Cultural Context

Originating from Malaysia, this dish showcases the country's rich culinary heritage influenced by Malay, Chinese, and Indian flavors. Fried chicken is a popular street food, often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings. Today, Malaysian Fried Chicken has gained international popularity, with variations appearing in restaurants around the world, each celebrating the unique spices and techniques of the original.

MalaysianMYmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 lb chicken
2 large eggs
6 cloves garlic
2 stalks lemongrass
2 tablespoons ginger
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 medium red onion
1 cup cornstarch
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 tablespoon curry powder

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: low-fat coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Low-fat coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cornstarch can be more economical.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while thighs are often less expensive than breasts.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola is budget-friendly.

1

Prepare chicken by cutting it into pieces.

2

Gather ingredients: eggs, garlic, lemongrass, ginger, chili, red onion, cornstarch, salt, sugar, white pepper, cumin powder, and curry powder.

3

Blend garlic, lemongrass, ginger, and chili together with some water to create a marinade.

4

Squeeze out excess water from the blended mixture to avoid moisture in the frying process.

5

Mix the blended marinade with chicken pieces and let it marinate for a while.

6

Prepare a dry coating by mixing cornstarch with salt, sugar, white pepper, cumin powder, and curry powder.

7

Coat each marinated chicken piece in the dry mixture, ensuring it's well covered.

8

Heat oil in a deep pan until hot.

9

Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.

10

Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally.

11

Remove chicken from oil and drain on paper towels.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingfrying

Equipment Needed

deep panmixing bowlmeasuring cupstongspaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

glutensoy

Also Known As

Ayam Goreng Malaysia

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