Crispy Garlic Ayam Goreng with Sambal
Juicy chicken thighs fried golden-crispy in garlic-infused oil, served with fiery sambal, lime, and fresh basil. Pure TikTok gold — ready in 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs) chicken thighs, bone-in skin-on
- 6 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup sambal oelek or similar chili paste
- 1 whole limes
- ½ cup (loosely packed) fresh Thai basil or regular basil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- ½ cup neutral oil (for frying)
Instructions
- 1
Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 3
Fry chicken skin-side down until golden and crispy, about 8 minutes. Do not move it.
- 4
Flip and cook another 6 minutes until cooked through and skin is deep golden-brown.
- 5
Push chicken to the side of the skillet. Add minced garlic to the oil, stir constantly until fragrant, about 60 seconds.
- 6
Drizzle soy sauce over chicken. Toss gently to coat. Transfer to a plate and top with sambal, lime wedges, and fresh basil.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet with lid (cast iron or heavy-bottomed stainless steel)
- paper towels
- wooden spoon
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