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Bebek Goreng is a delightful Indonesian dish featuring crispy fried duck legs. The duck is marinated with tamarind and salt, then simmered with a fragrant blend of spices including shallots, garlic, turmeric, and ginger. After slow cooking, the duck is fried to achieve a crispy texture and served with a spicy chili topping enriched with ambu-ambu. This dish is a sensory delight with its aromatic spices and crispy finish.
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Remove excess fat from the duck legs.
Marinate the duck with salt, tamarind paste, and water for 20 minutes, then rinse and pat dry.
Saute the blended spice paste with the aromatics until fragrant.
Season with salt, mushroom bouillon, and white pepper.
Add water and the duck legs. Cook over low heat with a slightly open lid, letting it slowly come to a gentle simmer. Simmer for 3 to 3.5 hours until the duck is tender.
Remove the duck and let it cool. Continue cooking the spice paste over medium to high heat to reduce the liquid.
Once the liquid is reduced, add blended red chilies and ambu-ambu. Cook over medium to low heat until it turns dark brown, then use it as topping.
Fry the duck over high heat for less than one minute.
Serve the duck with the chili topping.
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For a spicier kick, increase the amount of blended red chilies in the topping.
Can I use chicken instead of duck?
Yes, you can substitute duck with chicken, but the cooking time may vary.
What is ambu-ambu?
Ambu-ambu is dried shredded fish, often used in Indonesian cuisine for added flavor.
How do I know when the duck is tender?
The duck is tender when it easily pulls away from the bone.
Can I prepare the spice blend in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the spice blend ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to a day.
Is there a substitute for candlenuts?
You can use macadamia nuts as a substitute for candlenuts.
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