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Banjar Chicken Steak Ayam Banjar

Long after colonial occupiers left their subjects as independent states, their influences
continue to surface as part of everyday life in Indonesia. Banjar Chicken Steak is a
succulent reminder of the colonial years. I had a long argument with my mother over
this recipe, I couldn’t believe that an Indonesian recipe could possibly include tomato
ketchup. She was proven right though, since the Dutch introduced the condiment to
Indonesia years ago. Banjarmasin, for which this steak is named, is a small town
where my mother grew up on the island of Kalimantan, also known as Borneo. Many

of Indonesia’s most famous dishes have originated from this area, where long ago a
great amalgamation of Chinese, Dutch, and Indonesians co-existed. One can only
imagine the fabulous delicacies that were created between the three peoples.

SERVES 4
PREPARATION TIME: 7-10 MINUTES
COOKING TIME: 15 MINUTES

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (2 lb/1 kg)

2 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

8 tablespoons butter (1 stick/125 g)

2 large onions, peeled and sliced into thick rings