Introduction
Opor ayam is one of the most popular dishes in Indonesia and it is usually served during special occasions such as Eid al-Fitr. This dish is made of chicken cooked in coconut milk with various spices, making it rich in flavor. In this article, we will share with you the recipe for opor ayam Fatmah Bahalwan, a famous opor ayam recipe from the city of Palembang in South Sumatra.
Ingredients
To make opor ayam Fatmah Bahalwan, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 500 ml coconut milk
- 2 stalks lemongrass, bruised
- 4 kaffir lime leaves
- 3 bay leaves
- 1 turmeric leaf
- 2 cm galangal, bruised
- 2 cm ginger, bruised
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 10 shallots, minced
- 5 red chilies, sliced
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
Here are the steps to make opor ayam Fatmah Bahalwan:
1. Heat some oil in a wok or pan and sauté the minced garlic, shallots, and sliced red chilies until fragrant.
2. Add the coriander powder and cumin powder and stir for a few seconds until fragrant.
3. Add the chicken pieces and stir until they are coated with the spices.
4. Add the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, bay leaves, turmeric leaf, galangal, and ginger. Stir for a few minutes until fragrant.
5. Pour in the coconut milk and stir well.
6. Add the salt and sugar and stir until well combined.
7. Cover the wok or pan and let the chicken cook for about 30-40 minutes or until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened.
8. Serve the opor ayam Fatmah Bahalwan hot with some steamed rice.
Nutrition
One serving of opor ayam Fatmah Bahalwan contains approximately:
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
Tips
- To make the dish more aromatic, you can add some pandan leaves or cinnamon sticks.
- You can also add some boiled eggs to the dish for extra protein.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, you can add more red chilies or some chili powder.
- To make the dish healthier, you can use low-fat coconut milk or substitute some of the coconut milk with chicken broth.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
