Instructions: 1. Thickly slice chillies, shallots, garlic, ginger and lemon grass. Grind to a fine paste in electric blender/food processor with just enough water for blades to work. Stir in the ground turmeric.

2. Heat oil in a roomy wok and add ground ingredients. Cook over low heat until liquid is reduced and oil begins to separate. Pour in the coconut milk and continue cooking over medium heat until mixture is thick.

3. Add chicken, salt and sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until gravy is thick - about 20 minutes.

Add the kaffir lime and turmeric leaves and continue cooking to desired consistency, stirring now and then to prevent the base from burning. Cook for 20 - 30 minutes, depending on how "dry" you like your rendang (some people prefer a thick sauce, others like it cooked until the mixture is dark brown - its a matter of personal taste).

4. Stir in lime juice,and taste. Adjust seasonings if necessary and take pan off the heat.

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