Ayam Woku -- Manadonese Basil Chicken

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 offers a plant-based option, while thighs are more affordable.

galangal

🥗Healthier: ginger

💰Cheaper: ginger

Ginger is more accessible and has a similar flavor profile.

chili peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Bell peppers reduce heat for milder taste.

Ground shallots and garlic together.

Ground chili peppers to taste.

Ground candlenuts or use Brazil nuts if unavailable.

Cut chicken into small pieces for better spice penetration.

Marinate chicken with salt, white pepper, and lime juice.

Heat oil in a wok and add shallots, garlic, candlenuts, and chili peppers; stir.

Add ginger and fresh turmeric; cook until fragrant.

Add chicken and cook until half done.

Add pandan leaves, turmeric leaf, and bruised lemongrass to the chicken.

Add more salt and sugar to taste.

Pour in 0.5 liters of water and simmer until chicken is cooked through.

Add tomatoes and remove lemongrass and other large aromatics before serving.

Stir in basil just before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens