Smoor ayam

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 12
Smoor ayam - A Sweet & Savory Indonesian Chicken Recipe
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 whole yellow onion , sliced thinly ( substitutable with 5 shallots )
1 1/2 tablespoons crushed garlic
cooking oil
300 g chicken drumsticks or 300 g chicken wings
1 whole tomatoes , quartered
1 1/2 cups water
1/4 cup ketjap manis thick soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
3-4
Calories
308
Sugar
10g
Fat
16g
Smoor ayam is an Indonesian dish that is popular in the Java and Bali regions. It is a sweet and savory chicken dish that is perfect for those looking for complex flavors with a hint of spice. It gets its name from the fact that the chicken is slow-cooked or simmered (Smoor) in a sweet soy sauce (ketjap manis) that is thick and glazed. The chicken is then served on a bed of white rice and garnished with sliced scallions. With the taste of soy sauce combined with the fragrance of nutmeg and the acidity of tomatoes, this dish is both simple and satisfying.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat and add onions and garlic. Cook till onions are translucent and garlic is fragrant (about 2-3 min).
2.Add chicken to the skillet and sauté until brown on all sides.
3.Add the quartered tomatoes and water to the skillet and bring to a boil.
4.Reduce heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid. Simmer for 20 minutes.
5.Remove the cover and add the sweet soy sauce, nutmeg, salt, and pepper to taste.
6.Simmer for another 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.
7.Serve hot with steamed rice and garnish with sliced scallions, if desired.

PROS

The combination of sweet and savory flavors in Smoor ayam is delightful.
The dish is easy to make and can be customized according to spice preference.

CONS

This dish can be high in sodium due to the soy sauce content.
Deep-frying the chicken before cooking can make it unhealthy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Smoor ayam can provide significant amounts of protein and other essential nutrients. Chicken is a lean source of protein, low in fat, and high in essential amino acids. Tomatoes are a great source of vitamin C while onions contain antioxidants that support strong immune systems. Nutmeg has anti-inflammatory properties that can ease pain caused by inflammatory conditions.

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