Med Effort · High Impact
Dinner Party
Involtini di Melanzane
40 min active 6 ingredients
Medium Effort · High Impact
Dinner Party · Indonesian
Ayam Panggang Bumbu Rujak
I marinate the chicken in a chili and tomato glaze before grilling to achieve a balance of spice, tang, and sweetness.
25 min active
45 min total
4 servings
7 ingredients
confident cook
Why This Works
The combination of tangy tamarind and spicy chilies creates a complex 'rujak' flavor profile on the chicken.
The Upgrade
Add a tablespoon of toasted shrimp paste (terasi) to the spice paste for depth.
Chef's Secret
Michelin TechniqueCook the spice paste until the oil starts to separate from the sauce; this is the sign of a properly developed flavor base.
Ingredients
Servings:
Total time including resting: 45 min
Directions
1
Blend chilies, shallots, garlic, and tomato into a coarse spice paste.
2
In a pan, cook the paste until the raw smell is gone (300°F).
5 min3
Add coconut milk and tamarind water; bring to a simmer.
2 min4
Add chicken and cook in the sauce until half-done.
15 min5
Remove chicken and grill on a medium-hot pan (400°F) until charred.
8 min6
Reduce the remaining sauce in the pan until thick.
5 min7
Brush the thick sauce over the grilled chicken before serving.
Wine Pairing
🍷
Dry Riesling
White Wine
The BottleTrimbach Riesling
The high acidity and petrol notes of a dry Riesling cut directly through the sticky chili-tomato glaze. Its citrus backbone complements the tangy sweetness without getting lost in the spice.
Nutrition per Serving
350
calories
30g
protein
8g
carbs
18g
fat
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Member Reviews
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4.0(1 review)
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Sam Patel
Sep 6, 2026Great recipe — took me about 10 minutes longer than listed but worth it.
