Peruvian Style Beer Can Chicken

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 4
Juicy and flavorful Peruvian Style Beer Can Chicken
in Poultry

Prep

20 min

Cook

120-150 min

Ready In

2.5-3 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 quarts water
1 lime , juiced
1 whole chicken
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons dried rosemary
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 can beer

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
378
Sugar
0g
Fat
25g
Peruvian Style Beer Can Chicken is a perfect dish for a summer BBQ, adding a touch of exotic flavors from Peru. One of the highlights of this recipe is the use of beer can to steam and flavor the chicken from within, keeping the meat succulent and juicy. The blend of Peruvian spices heightens the taste experience and makes this chicken dish stand out from the usual BBQ fare. In Peru, this dish is often served with slices of lime and aji sauce. It is one of the most popular dishes in Peruvian cuisine, and has become increasingly popular worldwide in recent years.

Instructions

1.Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2.In a large pot, bring water, lime juice, and salt to a boil. Add the whole chicken, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes.
3.In a bowl, mix together vinegar, cumin, olive oil, oregano, rosemary, paprika, garlic powder, salt, soy sauce, and black pepper.
4.Rub the chicken with the mixture and place the half-full beer can in the cavity of the chicken.
5.Place the chicken with the beer can on the grill rack and cook for 1-2 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
6.Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes, remove the beer can, and carve to serve.

PROS

Beer can chicken is a fantastic dish for any BBQ party and the Peruvian twist adds an exotic touch that is sure to please.
The cooking method results in a juicy and flavorful chicken with crispy skin.

CONS

This dish might require some patience and attention as it needs a long time to cook.
It might also be challenging to accurately gauge the amount of charcoal to use for a consistent heat level.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is an excellent source of protein and a good source of vitamin B6.
The use of spices in this recipe such as cumin, oregano, and garlic powder adds extra health benefits as they are known for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

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