Baba’s Wife Ayam Percik, recipe by Karen Chan

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while still providing creaminess.

lemongrass

🥗Healthier: lemon zest

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lemon zest offers a similar citrus flavor at a lower cost.

palm sugar

🥗Healthier: brown sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Brown sugar mimics the flavor of palm sugar while being more accessible.

chili paste

🥗Healthier: fresh chilies

💰Cheaper: sriracha

Fresh chilies provide heat without the added preservatives.

Prepare the chicken Maryland by seasoning it with salt, white peppercorns, and turmeric powder.

In a pan, heat the oil and sauté the shallots, garlic, chilli, and lemongrass until fragrant.

Add the chicken to the pan and cook until browned.

Pour in the coconut milk and add the galangal powder and kaffir lime leaves.

Simmer the chicken until fully cooked and tender.

In a separate pot, cook the rice with the herbs of choice according to package instructions.

Serve the chicken with the cooked rice, drizzling with lemon juice or tamarind water.

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