Opor Ayam Blend
This is a popular curry throughout Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore. ‘Opor’ means to be braised in coconut milk and ‘ayam’ is the Indonesian/Malaysian translation of chicken (but it also works beautifully with tofu and green beans!). It’s a mild and fragrant curry perfect for the whole family to enjoy - all it needs is a fiery chilli sauce on the side for those who like a bit of heat!
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This is a popular curry throughout Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore. ‘Opor’ means to be braised in coconut milk and ‘ayam’ is the Indonesian/Malaysian translation of chicken (but it also works beautifully with tofu and green beans!). It’s a mild and fragrant curry perfect for the whole family to enjoy - all it needs is a fiery chilli sauce on the side for those who like a bit of heat!
OPOR AYAM BLEND (1 portion = 1 tbsp): Turmeric, coriander, cumin, galangal, chilli, lemongrass, kaffir lime, pepper, star anise, cassia, cloves, nutmeg, garlic, ginger, SESAME, MUSTARD
Allergens are listed in CAPITALS. May contain traces of celery
Opor Ayam Recipe:
PREP: 20 mins
COOK: 40 mins
HEAT: 2
SERVES: 4
You need:
500g diced chicken (thighs are best) or tofu and green beans for a veg/vegan version
150 g shallots or 1 medium red onion - roughly chopped
3 cloves of garlic - roughly chopped
Fresh ginger - roughly chopped to make 2 tbsp
A few kaffir lime leaves or 2 lemongrass stalks (optional) - cut into 3cm lengths and bashed with a rolling pin
1 lime - zested and halved for juicing
400ml full fat coconut milk
2 tsp sugar
1 portion of OPOR AYAM BLEND (1 portion = 1 tbsp)
Rice and chilli sauce to serve
Fry the paste in 3 tbsp oil for 5 minutes or until all the liquid has evaporated and it’s starting to brown and stick to the bottom of the pan
Stir in the chicken, coconut milk and kaffir lime leaves then simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, or until the sauce is rich and thick and the chicken is cooked through
Stir in the juice of ½ the lime then serve with the rice, chilli sauce and remaining ½ lime cut into wedges on the side
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Product Rating (1):
Makes a lovely, mild and fragrant curry, for those who don't like it hot!
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Glad you enjoyed this fantastically fragrant blend!