Javanese Fried Chicken Recipe

Name: Javanese Fried Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Meat & Poultry
Ingredients: 8 chicken drumsticks; 1/2 cup light coconut milk; 2 tablespoons ground coriander; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 2 teaspoons ground turmeric; 2 tablespoons tamarind paste; 1/2 teaspoon galangal (optional); 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons water

Servings: persons

8 chicken drumsticks
1/2 cup light coconut milk
2 tablespoons ground coriander
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
1/2 teaspoon galangal (optional)
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons water

1
Combine the spices, tamarind, salt and garlic cloves. Add enough water to make a moist paste.
2
Add the chicken to the paste and massage into the chicken flesh. You make want to wear gloves as the tumeric can stain your skin.
3
Marinade for a couple of hours in the fridge.
4
Pour the coconut milk over chicken and place in a dish in a single layer.
5
Place in a steamer and steam for 20 minutes.
6
Remove and grill turning to brown evenly.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 chicken drumsticks, 1/2 cup light coconut milk, 2 tablespoons ground coriander, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Javanese Fried Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Javanese Fried Chicken

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