Bakso is a popular Indonesian meatball dish with a rich, flavorful broth. While traditionally made with beef or a combination of beef and pork, chicken bakso is a delicious and healthier alternative. Here is a recipe for making homemade chicken bakso.
To start, you will need ground chicken meat. Mix the chicken with tapioca flour, garlic, onion, salt, white pepper, and egg. Knead the mixture by hand until it becomes smooth and sticky. This process ensures that the meatballs will have a nice texture and hold together well.
Next, prepare the broth. Boil chicken bones with water, garlic, onion, celery leaves, and salt to make a flavorful stock. You can customize the broth to your liking by adding herbs and spices, such as bay leaves or star anise.
It’s time to shape the mixture into meatballs. Wet your hands with cold water and scoop about two tablespoons of the chicken mixture. Roll it in between your palms to form a ball. Repeat until you have used up all the meat mixture.
Boil the meatballs in the broth until they float to the surface, which signals that they are cooked through. This should take about 10-15 minutes. Add some sliced carrots, celery, and scallions to the broth for added flavor and nutrition.
To serve, ladle the hot broth with meatballs into individual bowls. Garnish with fried shallots and fresh cilantro. You can also add some noodles or rice for a more satisfying meal. Chicken bakso is a comforting and satisfying dish that is perfect for chilly days or when you are craving some comforting Indonesian food.
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