Oriental Chicken Pieces With Garlic, Sesame & Soy Marinade

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 0

Oriental Chicken Pieces With Garlic, Sesame & Soy Marinade is a Mouth-Watering Delight

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 - 1 1/2 kg chicken piece ( wings , thighs , drumsticks , any mixture of these will do )
	1/2 cup tomato ketchup
	1/4 cup light soy sauce
	1 garlic clove ( crushed )
	2 tablespoons chinese rice wine
	1 teaspoon sesame oil
	1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
	1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

400

Sugar

18g

Fat

20g

The Oriental Chicken Pieces With Garlic, Sesame & Soy Marinade is a popular dish in Chinese cuisine. The flavors of the marinade seep into the chicken to result in a dish that is flavorful and juicy. The different components of the marinade work together to create a harmonious balance of taste. The soy sauce adds a welcome saltiness, the sesame oil and five-spice powder contribute a unique aroma to the dish. This dish is perfect for a special dinner or a get-together with friends and family. Serve it hot with steamed white rice, stir-fry vegetables and your favourite beverage.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, mix together tomato ketchup, soy sauce, crushed garlic, chinese rice wine, sesame oil , Chinese five spice powder and fresh ground pepper to make the marinade.
2.	Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and toss until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
3.	Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan-forced).
4.	Place the chicken pieces in a single layer on a baking tray lined with baking paper. Bake for 40-50 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and has a crispy exterior.

PROS

Oriental chicken pieces with Garlic, Sesame & Soy Marinade are perfect for family dinners as well as barbecue parties.

The chicken is juicy and flavorful with a mouth-watering aroma.

The recipe is easy to follow and requires only a few ingredients.

CONS

As the dish is oven-baked, it might not be as crispy as desired.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is rich in protein and low in fat.
The soy sauce used in the marinade is known to lower cholesterol levels and improve heart health.
The garlic is known to boost immunity and reduce the risk of some cancers.
The sesame oil is rich in unsaturated fats, making it a healthy choice.