Manado Spicy Chicken / Ayam Garo Rica

Another Mom's recipe you would love. This also works with other meat such as, pork and beef.

Serves 2-3

Ingredients:

1 lb boneless chicken thigh. Cut bite size

1/3 cup cooking oil

4 lime leaves. Make an incision on the center of the leaf for stronger aroma.

5 inches of lemongrass. Cut into 4 pieces, and give it a good smash for stronger aroma.

5 tbs SAMBAL OELEK chili sauce/ Chili Garlic Sauce (they are practically the same)

1 cup water

In a blender:

A small piece of ginger (about a size of your fingertip)

1 medium size red onion. Cut small

1 tbs lime juice

A pinch of salt

Directions:

1. Heat up oil in a wok/pan then add the blend mix. Cook for 15 minutes or until it turns slightly brown. 
2. Add lemongrass & lime leaves. Cook for 2 minutes then add chili sauce. Cook it for another 2 minutes then add the chickens. Stir for a minute. 
3. Add water, stir and close the lid. Let it cook for about 25-30 minutes. Stir occasionally. Ready and serve. Bon appetite!