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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
Crispy Garlic Ayam Goreng with Sambal
satisfyingcomfortindonesianchickencrispyjuicytenderweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Fry chicken skin-side down until golden and crispy, about 8 minutes. Do not move it.

  4. Step 4

    Flip and cook another 6 minutes until cooked through and skin is deep golden-brown.

  5. Step 5

    Push chicken to the side of the skillet. Add minced garlic to the oil, stir constantly until fragrant, about 60 seconds.

  6. Step 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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