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Ramadan Recipes: Chicken Rendang

A Delicious Malaysian Dish to Elevate Your Iftar Spread

  • Publish date: Sunday، 24 March 2024
Ramadan Recipes: Chicken Rendang

Chicken Rendang, a beloved dish hailing from Malaysia, is a perfect addition to your Ramadan iftar menu. Bursting with rich flavors and aromatic spices, this slow-cooked chicken dish promises to tantalize your taste buds and satisfy your hunger after a day of fasting.

This recipe was crafted by our esteemed culinary advisor, Chef Sarah.

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  • Ingredients

    • 15 Minutes
    • 6 Serving
    • 300 Calories

Chicken Rendang

1 kg chicken, cut into pieces
400 ml coconut milk
2 lemongrass stalks, bruised
4 kaffir lime leaves
2 turmeric leaves (optional)
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
3 tablespoons grated coconut, toasted
3 tablespoons oil
Salt, to taste

Spice Paste

10 shallots
6 cloves garlic
5 red chilies, deseeded
2 inches ginger
2 inches galangal
1 inch turmeric
  • Method & Directions

    • 90 Minutes
  1. Prepare the Spice Paste
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Blend shallots, garlic, red chilies, ginger, galangal, and turmeric into a smooth paste using a food processor or mortar and pestle.
  2. Cook the Spice Paste
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste and sauté until fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add Chicken
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook until they are browned on all sides, stirring occasionally.
  4. Simmer with Coconut Milk
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Pour in the coconut milk and add lemongrass stalks, kaffir lime leaves, turmeric leaves (if using), and tamarind paste. Stir well to combine.
  5. Slow Cook
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Reduce the heat to low and let the chicken simmer in the coconut milk mixture for about 1-1.5 hours, or until the sauce thickens and the chicken becomes tender.
  6. Toast Grated Coconut
    تم نسخ الرابط
    While the chicken is simmering, toast the grated coconut in a dry pan over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant.
  7. Finish and Serve
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Once the chicken is cooked and the sauce has thickened, remove from heat. Sprinkle toasted coconut over the chicken rendang before serving. Enjoy with steamed rice or roti.
  • Nutrition Facts

Calories 300
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