Ayam bakar sambal cabe ijo: Roasted chicken with sambal cabe ijo

This is the definitive dish that we tried in Lombok that started Sambal Ding Ding. Sambal Cabe Ijo is a mildly spicy relish, as it is made with unripe green chilies that have not yet reached their peak spiciness. This versatile condiment pairs perfectly with fried dishes, such as deep-fried fish or chicken. Although it's a simple relish, its delicious taste is sure to please your palate.

If you find regular spicy sambal too intimidating, give Sambal Cabe Ijo, or green chili sambal sauce, a try! This condiment has a milder spice level than regular sambal, but still delivers a unique level of heat. Its flavour can be described as a fresh, zesty kick rather than an overpowering burn.

PREP

10 minutes

COOK

30 minutes

SERVES

2 - 4

INGREDIENTS

  • 400g Skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks

  • 1/2 tsp sea salt

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin

  • 1/2 tsp onion powder

  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

  • Grapeseed oil or sunflower oil (or any oil that you normally use)

  • Sambal Ding Ding Sambal Cabe Ijo

DIRECTIONS

  • Part 1: Roasted chicken

  • Put chicken in a mixing bowl. Add the ingredients for the marinade and give it a good mix. Marinate for 30 minutes, overnight is best.

  • Preheat your oven to 210°C. If chicken has been in the fridge, take it out and allow to warm to room temperature.

  • Place chicken skin side up in a roasting pan.

  • Place the roasting pan in the oven. Cook for about 25 to 30 minutes or until skin is golden.

  • Once the chickens are cooked, allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving.

  • Part 2: Assembly

  • Plate hot steamed rice and the roasted chicken

  • Coat the chicken generously with the Sambal Ding Ding Sambal Cabe Ijo.

  • Fried tempe and tofu goes really well with this dish. Or you can add some cabbage, cherry tomatoes or a fried egg.

  • Tip

  • To achieve a crispy skin on the chicken, gently pat it dry with a kitchen towel before adding in the seasonings.

1) For a crispier chicken, pat dry the chicken with a paper towel.

1) For a crispier chicken, pat dry the chicken with a paper towel.

2) Add the dry seasonings.

2) Add the dry seasonings.

3) Add in a little oil and give it a good rub.

3) Add in a little oil and give it a good rub.

4) Place the roasting pan in the oven. Cook for about 25 to 30 minutes or until skin is golden.

4) Place the roasting pan in the oven. Cook for about 25 to 30 minutes or until skin is golden.

5) Add a generous serving of Sambal Cabe Ijo over the chicken

5) Add a generous serving of Sambal Cabe Ijo over the chicken

6) Arrange the chicken, and additional side dishes such as fried tofu and tempeh (fermented soyabean) in a plate and serve hot.

6) Arrange the chicken, and additional side dishes such as fried tofu and tempeh (fermented soyabean) in a plate and serve hot.

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