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Ayam Bakar — Indonesian & Malaysian recipe
Indonesian & Malaysian

Ayam Bakar

Indonesian grilled chicken glazed in sweet soy and spices, smoky-charred over a flame and basted until glossy.

75 minutes
Serves 8
Dinner

Instructions

4 steps
  1. 1

    In a wide pot, combine the blended garlic-shallot paste with the ground coriander, turmeric, salt, and 1 cup of water, then add the chicken and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Braise uncovered for 25 minutes, turning the pieces occasionally, until the chicken is just cooked through and the liquid has reduced to a thick, clinging glaze.

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