Traditional Ayam Penyet

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Grind shallots, garlic, turmeric, galangal, coriander, and salt to a paste.

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4 bone-in chicken legs

6 shallots

4 garlic cloves

1 inch turmeric

1 inch galangal

1 teaspoon ground coriander

2 daun salam

1 stalk lemongrass, bruised

1 teaspoon salt

2 cups water

Oil, for frying

Sambal terasi, cucumber, tofu, tempeh, and rice, for serving

Let the simmered chicken dry before frying to reduce splatter.

Penyet means pressed; smash gently so the pieces remain intact.

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