25 Ayam Penyet in Singapore That Will Leave You Sweating For More
Ayam Penyet is an Indonesian dish that is a local favourite, consisting of fried chicken that is smashed with the pestle against mortar or even a metal hammer to make it softer, more tender and easier to eat! The deep-fried dish is typically served with rice, sambal, slices of cucumbers, fried tofu and fried golden bits. While the dish might not be for those on a diet or the health conscious, that is precisely what makes Ayam Penyet so delightfully sinful. Here are 25 spots to go to when the craving hits.
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Penyet King
With multiple outlets in Singapore, the classic Ayam Penyet at Penyet King is pretty standard, with a moist fried chicken and a side of fried tofu, tempe, sliced cucumber and cabbage. The chicken is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and one thing unique here is their sweet, dark sauce that makes a pretty delicious match when paired with their sambal! Address: Multiple outlets
Rayyan’s Waroeng Upnormal
Located at the second level of Amoy Street Food Centre, Rayyan’s Waroeng Upnormal is a popular spot for Indonesian fare and you’ll notice most people ordering their Ayam Penyet with Rice, as well as their Bami Noodle with Jumbo Penyet. While Ayam Penyet usually consist of a golden fried chicken accompanied by white rice and crimson sambal, the one by Rayyan’s Waroeng Upnormal is a vibrant take wit...
Super Penyet
As its stall name suggests, Super Penyet is famous for Ayam Penyet. A plate of their signature dish comes with aromatic, coconutty nasi lemak rice. The chicken is well-marinated and tender, fried to a golden brown with satisfying crispy skin. The homemade sambal sauce, consisting of a blend of chilli, shallots, garlic, shrimp paste, tamarind and lime juice, also packs a great punch! Address: 10...
Uncle Penyet
Touted to have some of the best Ayam Penyet in Singapore, Uncle Penyet’s rendition of the dish is simple yet nails every element of the dish. The chicken is pretty sizeable and it comes with a slightly thicker batter than normal, giving it a nice crunch. Topping it is a generous scattering of fried crumbs. It pairs incredibly with the curry rice, and if that’s not enough you can also get some tofu...