Author Elfie V
Elfie V.

I find inspiration and joy in the kitchen as a passionate cooking enthusiast and culinary artist.

A special taste from lemongrass seasonings that coated a chicken, makes it more delicious! “”
Easy to cook and delicious Best Lemongrass Fried Chicken Recipe.

We've carefully curated this recipe to ensure it embodies the essence of perfection. From the first bite to the last, you'll savor the rich, harmonious flavors that make Lemongrass Fried Chicken unforgettable. So, gather your ingredients, follow our easy steps, and indulge in the best Lemongrass Fried Chicken you've ever tasted. Lemongrass Fried Chicken is a dish that originated in Indonesia. Fried chicken is a typical Indonesian dish cooked by frying the chicken in hot oil. It is different from the western version of fried chicken, where the chicken is coated in flour and fried. Indonesian fried chicken is only marinated with spices, then fried in hot oil. The spice mixtures may vary from region to region but generally consists of a combination of garlic, shallots, turmeric, lemongrass, bay leaf, tamarind water, galangal, mashed candlenut, with sugar and salt. The chicken pieces are marinated in the marinade sauce for a few minutes before frying it so the spices are fully absorbed into the chicken meat. To make Lemongrass Fried Chicken usually takes a long time, because the chicken has to be braised first so the marinade absorbs into the chicken before frying and eating. Lemongrass chicken is covered with special seasonings consisting of spices, such as candlenuts, lemongrass, shallots, garlic, etc. Lemongrass is a mandatory spice that makes chicken taste great and yummy. Almost everyone likes Lemongrass Fried Chicken because it tastes delicious and savory, and usually comes with tofu, tempeh, vegetables, chili sauce, or sweet sauce.

YIELDS 2 serving(s)
TOTAL TIME 75 minute(s)

  • 500g chicken meat
  • 2 lemongrass (1 crushed & 1 thinly sliced)
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 5 shallots
  • 3 garlic
  • 2 red chilies
  • 3 candlenuts, toasted
  • 1 tsp salt

Steps

1

Blend the shallots, garlic, red chilies, candlenuts, sliced ​​lemongrass, and salt. Saute it, then add the chicken meat, crushed lemongrass, sesame oil, and sugar.

Step 1 of cooking Best Lemongrass Fried Chicken Recipe.
2

Stir until the chicken is cooked and the sauce is reduced as shown in the photo.

Step 2 of cooking Best Lemongrass Fried Chicken Recipe.
3

Fry the chicken in oil until cooked, then fry the rest of the seasonings too.

Step 3 of cooking Best Lemongrass Fried Chicken Recipe.
4

Put it on a plate, and the lemongrass fried chicken is ready to eat!

Step 4 of cooking Best Lemongrass Fried Chicken Recipe.
Author Elfie V
Elfie V.

I find inspiration and joy in the kitchen as a passionate cooking enthusiast and culinary artist.

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