Ayam Limau Purut

Ten years ago, kaffir lime leaves were relatively unknown in the United States. My mother grew the plant in our backyard. These days, the fragrant leaves have been deservingly applied to scented candles, dishwashing detergent and airspray. I have always loved the smell of these double rounded leaves and would pluck and tear them just so that I could inhale the refreshing scent. Naturally, cooking with these leaves imparts a wonderful aroma to this chicken dish—one of my favourites.