Lacquered Saigon Chicken on a Beer Can

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 2
Lacquered Saigon Chicken on a Beer Can recipe for a sumptuous dinner
in Main

Prep

4 hours

Cook

2.5-3 hours

Ready In

7 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons rice wine or 3 tablespoons dry white wine
1 tablespoon asian dark sesame oil
2 garlic cloves , minced
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 chicken , whole
1 garlic clove , lightly smashed with the side of a cleaver
1 slice peeled fresh ginger , 1/4 inch thick , gently crushed with the side of a cleaver
1 can beer
spicy peanut sauce
2 cups wood chips , preferably apple or cherry

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
500
Sugar
5g
Fat
27g
This lacquered Saigon chicken recipe is a Vietnamese-inspired twist on traditional beer can chicken, a popular method of cooking a whole chicken on a grill or in a smoker. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful mix of soy sauce, wine, and spices, then cooked on a beer can for maximum moisture and flavor. The result is a juicy, flavorful chicken with a crispy skin that is sure to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, rice wine, sesame oil, garlic, coriander, five spice powder, and cinnamon to make a marinade.
2.Place the chicken in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and shake to coat the chicken thoroughly.
3.Allow the chicken to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
4.Remove the chicken from the bag and pat dry with paper towels. Insert the garlic and ginger into the chicken cavity.
5.Preheat the smoker to 300°F and add wood chips.
6.Open the can of beer and pour out about half. Place the beer can into a roasting pan.
7.Carefully lower the chicken onto the beer can so that it is sitting upright.
8.Place the roasting pan on the smoker and cook for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.
9.Remove the pan from the smoker and let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
10.Serve the lacquered Saigon chicken with spicy peanut sauce.

PROS

This lacquered Saigon chicken recipe is flavorful and juicy with a crispy skin.
Cooking the chicken on a beer can infuses the meat with moisture and adds a depth of flavor to the chicken.

This recipe is perfect for a barbecue or summer gathering.

CONS

This recipe requires a smoker, which may not be accessible for everyone.
The marinating process takes several hours.

Some people may not prefer spicy peanut sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe may not be the healthiest, it does have some benefits. Chicken is a good source of protein, and the marinade contains garlic and ginger, which have antioxidant properties and are beneficial for digestion and reducing inflammation.

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