Ceker Mercon, a Spicy Snack That Will Burn Your Tongue

Chicken feet are a commonly consumed part of the chicken, including in Indonesia. Besides being easy to find and prepare, chicken feet also contain many beneficial nutrients.

According to alodokter.com, 100 grams of cooked chicken feet contain approximately 215 calories. Furthermore, chicken feet also contain various other nutrients, including:

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• 19.5 grams of protein
• 14.5 grams of fat
• 90 milligrams of calcium
• 0.9 milligrams of iron
• 30 micrograms of vitamin A (equivalent to 100 IU)
• 85 micrograms of folate or vitamin B9

Chicken feet also contain phosphorus, selenium, zinc, choline, B-complex vitamins, and vitamin K, and are a good source of gelatin and collagen.

Beyond their abundant nutrients, chicken feet can also be prepared in a variety of ways. One popular chicken feet recipe is chicken feet with firecrackers.

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Here's a recipe for chicken feet, called "ceker mercon," that could be an inspiration.

Ingredients:

1 kilogram chicken feet

Merconic seasoning:

250 grams bird's eye chili

250 grams curly chili
(The chili can be adjusted to suit your desired level of spiciness)

2 cloves garlic

8 shallots

1 candlenut

3 cm galangal (sliced)

3 kaffir lime leaves

1 tbsp salt

1 tsp white sugar

Flavoring to taste
Brown sugar to taste

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How to make:

1. Boil the chicken feet until completely tender. Once tender, drain.
2. Grind the firecracker spices. Then, sauté them.
3. Add the galangal and lime leaves.
4. Once fragrant, add the chicken feet and other spices.
5. Stir well, until the spices are completely absorbed.
6. The firecracker chicken feet are ready to serve.

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