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Ayam Goreng Mentega

Cultural Context

Originating from Indonesia, Ayam Goreng Mentega is a beloved comfort food that showcases the rich flavors of butter and savory sauces. Traditionally enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations, it reflects the country's culinary heritage of balancing spices and umami. Today, this dish has gained popularity beyond Indonesia, often appearing in Southeast Asian restaurants around the world, celebrated for its crispy texture and rich flavor.

IndonesianIDmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
chicken
onion
spring onion
butter 2-3 tbsp
ginger garlic paste 1 tbsp
oyster sauce 2-3 tbsp
Worcestershire sauce 5-7 tbsp
chilli sauce 2-3 tbsp
sweet soy sauce 2-3 tbsp
salt
sugar
vegan stock powder

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and has a lower saturated fat content.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake.

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: mushroom sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce + sugar

Mushroom sauce is vegan-friendly and lower in calories.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: tempeh

Tofu is a plant-based protein that is lower in fat.

1

Boil the chicken with a few garlic cloves, pepper, and salt.

2

In a skillet, heat butter and add ginger garlic paste, sautéing until fragrant.

3

Add onion and sauté until translucent.

4

Add the boiled chicken and stir in oyster sauce, Worcestershire sauce, chilli sauce, sweet soy sauce, salt, and sugar.

5

Cook until the chicken is well coated and heated through, then garnish with spring onion before serving.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingsautéingfrying

Equipment Needed

skillet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

soyshellfish

Also Known As

Butter Fried Chicken

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