02 April 2023
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Introduction
Lebaran is a special day in Indonesia, and it is usually celebrated by having a family gathering and enjoying traditional dishes. One of the dishes that are always present on the table during Lebaran is Opor Ayam. Opor Ayam is a chicken dish that is cooked in coconut milk, and it is usually served with Ketupat or Lontong. In this article, we will share the recipe for making Opor Ayam Lebaran, which is perfect for your Lebaran celebration.Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces
- 2 cans of coconut milk
- 2 stalks of lemongrass, bruised
- 5 kaffir lime leaves
- 5 bay leaves
- 2 teaspoons of salt
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- 2 tablespoons of cooking oil
- 10 shallots
- 5 cloves of garlic
- 5 red chilies
- 3 candlenuts
- 1 teaspoon of coriander seeds
- 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds
Preparation
- Blend the shallots, garlic, red chilies, candlenuts, coriander seeds, and cumin seeds into a smooth paste.
- Heat the cooking oil in a pot and sauté the spice paste until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces and sauté until the chicken is slightly browned.
- Pour in the coconut milk, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, bay leaves, salt, and sugar. Stir well.
- Cover the pot and let the chicken cook for about 30 minutes or until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Stir occasionally to prevent the sauce from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Turn off the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serving
Opor Ayam Lebaran is usually served with Ketupat or Lontong, which is a compressed rice cake wrapped in banana leaves. To serve, cut the Ketupat or Lontong into small pieces and place them on a plate. Pour the Opor Ayam over the Ketupat or Lontong and garnish with some sliced red chilies and fried shallots.Tips
- Use fresh and good quality chicken for the best result.
- Do not boil the coconut milk too long as it may curdle.
- You can adjust the spiciness level by adding or reducing the amount of chili used.