Spicy Tomato Chicken

A delicious and flavorful chicken dish made with a spicy tomato sauce. This spicy tomato chicken, also known as Ayam Masak Merah in Malay, is a popular Malaysian dish that is loved for its tangy and spicy flavors. The chicken is marinated in a blend of spices, then cooked in a rich and spicy tomato sauce until tender and infused with the flavors. Serve this dish with steamed rice or roti for a hearty and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 800g chicken pieces
• 2 onions, thinly sliced
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, grated
• 3 red chilies, sliced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 tablespoons chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro for garnish

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix together the turmeric powder, chili powder, salt, and ginger. Add the chicken pieces and coat them well with the spice mixture. Set aside for 15 minutes to marinate.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they are golden brown and caramelized.
3. Add the minced garlic and sliced red chilies to the skillet. Stir-fry for a minute until fragrant.
4. Add the marinated chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until they are browned on all sides.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the tomato paste, chili sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and water. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the skillet.
6. Cover the skillet and simmer the chicken in the sauce for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
7. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with steamed rice or roti.

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