Opor Ayam Chicken in Coconut Milk

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken (bone-in, skin-on)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 tablespoons tamarind paste
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add the coriander, cumin, turmeric, and ginger and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
4. Add the chicken and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the tamarind paste, coconut milk, water, fish sauce, brown sugar, and salt and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Garnish with cilantro and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Opor Ayam is a traditional Indonesian dish that is typically served during special occasions.
• The name “Opor” comes from the Javanese word meaning “thick sauce”.
• The dish is usually served with steamed rice.