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Name: Chicken Rendang Delight
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 110 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 kg chicken, cut into pieces; 2 cups coconut milk; 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised; 4 kaffir lime leaves; 2 tablespoons tamarind paste; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon coconut sugar; Salt to taste; 2 tablespoons kerisik (optional)

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Chicken Rendang Delight

Experience the Rich Flavors of Authentic Chicken Rendang

4servings

1 hr 50 min

Intermediate

Worth the slow weekend prepMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew

About this recipe

Chicken Rendang Delight is a flavorful Malaysian dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich coconut curry sauce, blended with aromatic spices. This modern take on the classic recipe simplifies the process while retaining the traditional taste, perfect for a comforting homemade meal.

Ingredients

1 kg chicken, cut into pieces
2 cups coconut milk
1 stalk lemongrass, bruised
4 kaffir lime leaves
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon coconut sugar
Salt to taste
2 tablespoons kerisik (optional)

Directions

1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2
Add lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves; sauté until fragrant.
3
Add chicken pieces; cook until browned all over.
4
Pour in coconut milk and tamarind paste; mix well.
5
Lower heat to simmer; cover pot and cook for 80 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6
Stir in coconut sugar and salt; continue cooking until sauce thickens.
7
Optional: Add kerisik for enhanced flavor; mix well.
8
Serve hot with steamed rice or roti.