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Chicken Rice Chilli Paste Recipe

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Description

Chicken rice chilli paste is a popular condiment in Southeast Asia, especially in Malaysia and Singapore. This spicy paste is made of red chillies, garlic, ginger, and other ingredients that are blended together until smooth. It is typically served with chicken rice, a dish made of cooked rice and poached chicken. The chilli paste adds a delicious kick to the dish and complements the subtle flavors of the chicken and rice.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is about 10 minutes.

Cook Time

There is no cook time for this recipe as it is a raw condiment.

Ingredients

  • 10-12 red chillies, seeded and chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1-inch piece ginger, peeled
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Equipment

  • Blender or food processor
  • Bowl
  • Spoon

Method

  1. Place the chillies, garlic, ginger, lime juice, sugar, and salt in a blender or food processor.
  2. Pulse the ingredients until they are finely chopped.
  3. Scrape down the sides of the blender or food processor with a spoon.
  4. Continue blending or processing until the mixture is smooth.
  5. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
  6. Add the chilli paste to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  7. Transfer the chilli paste to a bowl and let it cool.
  8. Store the chilli paste in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  9. Serve the chilli paste with chicken rice or any other dish that could use a spicy kick.

Notes

  • If you prefer a milder chilli paste, reduce the number of chillies used in the recipe.
  • You can also add other ingredients to the chilli paste, such as lemongrass, shallots, or shrimp paste, to give it more depth of flavor.
  • Be careful when handling chillies as they can irritate your skin and eyes. Wear gloves if necessary and wash your hands thoroughly after handling them.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes about 1 cup of chilli paste. Each tablespoon of chilli paste contains approximately:
  • 10 calories
  • 1 gram of fat
  • 0 grams of protein
  • 1 gram of carbohydrates
  • 0 grams of fiber

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to remove the seeds from the chillies before blending them to reduce the heat level of the chilli paste.
  • You can also add a splash of soy sauce or fish sauce to the chilli paste for extra flavor.
  • If you don't have a blender or food processor, you can use a mortar and pestle to grind the ingredients together.

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