Chicken Inasal
Chicken Inasal is a Filipino grilled chicken dish marinated in a mixture of vinegar, calamansi, garlic, and spices, then grilled over charcoal.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Qty. | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Thighs | 1 | Kg |
| Vinegar | 0.25 | Cup |
| Calamansi Juice | 0.25 | Cup |
| Garlic | 6 | Clove |
| Ginger | 2 | Tbsp |
| Lemongrass | 2 | Stalk |
| Brown Sugar | 2 | Tbsp |
| Salt | 1 | Tbsp |
| Black Pepper | 1 | Tsp |
| Annatto Oil | 0.25 | Cup |
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine vinegar, calamansi juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, minced lemongrass, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat a charcoal grill to medium heat.
- Remove chicken from the marinade and let excess marinade drip off.
- Grill the chicken, skin side down, over medium heat, basting with annatto oil occasionally, until cooked through and skin is crispy, about 30-40 minutes.
- Turn the chicken occasionally to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
- Serve hot with rice and dipping sauce if desired.
Prep
- Marinate chicken in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Kitchen equipment
Charcoal GrillBasting Brush