The Ultimate Guide to Mastering the Art of Char Siu Chicken: Create a Mouth-watering, Tender Delight for Your Weekend Feast

Preparation
30 minutes Cooking
60 minutes Serves
3 – 4 people

If you’re looking for a delicious dish to cook for your family this weekend, join us in the kitchen as we prepare mouth-watering grilled chicken with char siu sauce! The recipe is easy to follow, so let’s get started!

1Ingredients for Grilled Char Siu Chicken

• 1 whole chicken, approximately 1.5 kg
• 500g puffed sticky rice
• 50g shallots, minced
• 50g garlic, minced
• 50g spring onion, minced
• 100g char siu sauce
• Seasonings: salt, sugar, pepper, soy sauce, honey

Ingredients for Grilled Char Siu Chicken

2How to Make Grilled Char Siu Chicken

Step 1 Prepare the Chicken

Purchase a whole chicken that has already been cleaned and dressed. Rinse it thoroughly under running water with salt to remove any impurities. You can use sliced ginger to rub on the chicken to eliminate any unpleasant odors. Rinse the chicken again and set it aside to drain.

Preparing the Chicken

Step 2 Marinate the Chicken

In a blender or food processor, combine the following ingredients: 50g minced shallots, 50g minced garlic, 50g minced spring onion, 2 teaspoons of seasoning powder, 2 teaspoons of sesame oil, 50ml of cooking oil, 4 teaspoons of soy sauce, 4 teaspoons of honey, 2 teaspoons of dark soy sauce, and 100g of char siu sauce. Blend until you have a smooth paste.

Next, use a skewer to prick holes all over the chicken. This will help the marinade penetrate the meat. Rub the marinade all over the chicken and let it sit for about 20 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Marinating the Chicken

Step 3 Grill the Chicken

Place the marinated chicken on a grill over medium heat and cook for 45-60 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is golden and crispy. Baste the chicken with the remaining marinade during cooking to keep it moist and flavorful.

If you don’t have a charcoal grill, you can use an oven or an air fryer to cook the chicken.

Grilling the Chicken

Step 4 Fry the Sticky Rice

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the sticky rice rings and fry until they are golden and crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel.

Frying the Sticky Rice

Step 5 Serve

Your delicious meal is now ready to be served! Place the grilled chicken, fried sticky rice, and fresh herbs on a platter. Don’t forget to serve it with a dipping sauce of your choice, such as fish sauce or chili lime salt!

The Final Dish

3Enjoy!

The Grilled Char Siu Chicken has a beautiful golden-orange color and an irresistible aroma. The chicken skin is crispy and chewy, while the meat is juicy and tender. The char siu sauce adds a unique sweetness to the dish. When paired with the fried sticky rice, which is crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside, this meal is simply divine!

Grilled Char Siu Chicken

We hope you enjoyed this recipe for Grilled Char Siu Chicken. Impress your family and friends by preparing this delicious dish at home!

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