Indonesian Braised Chicken Stew

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while thighs are more affordable.

palm sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers a natural sweetness, while brown sugar is cost-effective.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is a budget-friendly alternative.

Heat cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add shallots, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant.

Stir in lemongrass; cook for a minute.

Add chicken pieces to the pot; brown on all sides.

Pour in water and sweet soy sauce; stir to combine.

Add potatoes, salt, sugar, nutmeg, and white pepper; bring to a simmer.

Cover and braise until chicken is tender and potatoes are cooked through.

Garnish with fried shallots before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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