Ayam Bakar (Indonesian Grilled Chicken)
Makes: 4-6
Ingredients
Recipe preparation
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1 (1.8-2kg) Whole chicken
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For the Marinade:
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5pc Birds eye chili
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4 cloves of Garlic
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100ml Sweet soy sauce
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5pc Shallots
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2.5cm Ginger
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For the Garnish:
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1 Lime
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In the kitchen:
- Butterfly the chicken by removing the back bone then press down on the breast to even it.
- Blend the marinade ingredients in a blender until you get a smooth paste.
- Apply the marinade onto the chicken and leave to marinate for 30 minutes.
- Transfer the chicken onto the Roasting Rack and Shield. It is ready to be roasted.
At the barbecue:
- Preheat grill to 190°C for 15 minutes with the lid down.
- Place the chicken with the Roasting Rack and Shield on Indirect heat and roast for 50-60 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 74°C. Check internal temperature using a thermometer.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and allow it to rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Once rested, serve the chicken with lime wedges.