Ayam betutu

Indonesia · Southeast Asia

Short description: This wrapped chicken is earthy, chile-hot, and deeply aromatic from a paste worked into the meat.
Ingredients: Chicken, shallots, garlic, turmeric, galangal, ginger, candlenuts, lemongrass, chiles, shrimp paste, lime leaves, and banana leaves.
Cultural note: It is associated with island ceremonies and home kitchens where long cooking turns spice paste into a rich coating.
Common misconception: It is not simply grilled chicken; wrapping and slow cooking are central to the texture and flavor.

image credit

creator:: m4sh.3d
source:: Wikimedia Commons
license:: CC BY-SA 2.0
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