Indulge in an iconic Javanese culinary masterpiece with this authentic Ayam Serundeng (Fried Chicken With Shredded Coconut). This spectacular recipe simmers whole chicken cuts in a fragrant bath of coconut milk, galangal, lemongrass, and turmeric, deep-frying them golden alongside a mountain of spiced shredded coconut flakes.
This traditional fried chicken pairs its complex turmeric marinade with our favorite crispy options, matching the approach in our authentic Ayam Goreng Bawang Putih ( Garlic Fried Chicken ). If you love fried poultry options topped with a mountain of ultra-crisp starch flakes instead, you should try our iconic Ayam Goreng Kremes - Crispy Fried Chicken.
Iconic Crispy Fried Chicken
- Love crispy oven-baked chicken legs glazed with sticky honey-chili sauce? Try our crunchy Oven Baked Korean Fried Chicken Legs.
- Looking for crispy alternative chicken drumsticks coated in crushed corn flakes? Try our unique Oven Baked Taiwanese Fried Chicken.
Key Ingredients
- Whole Chicken Cuts: Boiled thoroughly in spiced coconut milk to lock in immense juice and flavor before hitting the hot frying oil.
- Shredded Fresh Coconut: Fried directly in the remaining chicken juices to build light, airy, and ultra-crunchy golden-brown coconut flakes.
- Mashed Galangal & Ginger: Ground fresh with coriander seeds and palm sugar to inject that signature, deep traditional herbal aroma baseline.
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