Dairy-Free Sambal Chicken
Turn up the heat with this bold and flavorful Dairy-Free Sambal Chicken! This recipe combines tender, golden-browned chicken thighs with an irresistible spicy and tangy sauce featuring sambal oelek, tamarind paste, and a touch of coconut sugar for balance. Infused with aromatic garlic, ginger, and red onions, each bite is a burst of vibrant Southeast Asian-inspired flavors. The dish is not only free of dairy but also quick to prepare, making it an excellent choice for an exciting weekday dinner or a crowd-pleasing weekend feast. Serve over steamed rice or low-carb cauliflower rice for a complete, satisfying meal. Garnished with fresh cilantro, this gluten-free and dairy-free sambal chicken is sure to steal the spotlight at your dinner table!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 red onions
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 inch piece ginger
- 3 tablespoons sambal oelek
- 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
- 1 tablespoon coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 100 milliliters water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the ingredients: thinly slice the red onions, finely chop the garlic cloves, and grate the ginger.
Step 2
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the sliced red onions and sauté them until they become translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 3
Add the garlic and ginger to the pan, stirring frequently for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the chicken thighs to the pan. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the chicken starts to brown, stirring occasionally.
Step 5
In a small bowl, mix together sambal oelek, tamarind paste, coconut sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, and water to form a sauce.
Step 6
Pour the sauce over the chicken in the pan, stirring well to ensure all the chicken is coated.
Step 7
Reduce the heat to medium, cover the pan with a lid, and let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 10-12 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
Step 8
Season the dish with the salt, stirring once more to combine.
Step 9
Transfer the sambal chicken to a serving platter, garnishing with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.
Step 10
Serve hot with steamed rice or cauliflower rice, along with extra lime wedges on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1119.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1548.0 |
| Total Fat 82.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g | |
| Cholesterol 625mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3185.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 65.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 41.5g | |
| Protein 138.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 35IU | 0% |
| Calcium 202.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2179.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories