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Place of origin | Indonesia |
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Region or state | Banyuwangi, East Java |
Pecel ayam (Javanese:pecel pitik) is a traditional chicken dish of theKemiren Banyuwangi Osing tribe ofEast Java, Indonesia.[1]
Pecel ayam is made with chicken andcoconut sauce cooked in saltedtamarind water. The sauce requires grain coconut,garlic,onions,peanuts, cutchery, kaffir lime leaves, friednutmeg, a sachet ofshrimp paste and optionally for added spice,cayenne orchili.Basil leaf andlime juice may also be added. Sugar, salt, and MSG are also added.[2][3]
The ingredients for pecel ayam must be prepared beforehand. The chicken is rubbed in tamarind water, salt, and spices, and baked until cooked and browned. Then, the chicken is drained and shred. After that, the grated coconut is cooked. Added spices include fried nutmeg, salt, chili, and peanuts that have been roasted. The seasoning is mixed with chicken that has been cut in several pieces. Optionally, lime juice is added. Finally, pecel ayam is ready to serve.