Ayam Pop (Traditional Fried Stewed Chicken from West Sumatra)

The dish is called Pop Chicken because cutlets of chicken are dipped and marinated in spiced juice.And then the cutlets are deep fried in very hot oil for only a few minutes ( you’ll hear a loud “POP” sound when the chicken enters the oil).

Directions:

Sambal:

Heat the oil, sauté blended spices until fragrant

Add water, stir until boiling then transfer to a small serving dish

Ayam Pop:

Marinate chicken pieces with garlic, salt, and lime juice then set aside for an hour to absorb

Boil the coconut water

Add the chicken and the seasonings used for marinating

Cook until chicken is tender and juices run out

Lift the chicken

Heat oil over medium heat

Fry the chicken for a very short time, remove and drain

Transfer to a serving dish then serve hot with chili sauce and boiled cassava leaves

Visit us here for more!