Char Siu Chicken (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Marinade Ingredients

01 - 1 teaspoon grated ginger

02 - 1 teaspoon minced garlic

03 - 1 tablespoon optional red food dye

04 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce

05 - 1 tablespoon rice wine or sherry

06 - 2 tablespoons honey

07 - 1/4 cup soy sauce

08 - 1/4 cup hoisin sauce

09 - 1 teaspoon of five-spice blend

→ Main Ingredient

10 - 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and without skin (use boneless, skinless if you prefer)

→ Garnish Choices

11 - Green onion slices

12 - Toasted sesame seeds

# Instructions:

01 - Mix hoisin, soy sauce, honey, rice wine, oyster sauce, five-spice, garlic, ginger, and food coloring (if adding) in a bowl until smooth.

02 - Add chicken to a plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over it, then seal or cover. Refrigerate for a few hours, ideally 2-3.

03 - Get your grill ready on medium-high heat or preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

04 - For grill: Cook chicken for 20-25 minutes, flipping and brushing with leftover marinade often, until the internal temp shows 165°F (74°C). For oven: Roast the chicken on a tray for 25-30 minutes, basting sometimes, until it’s golden and done.

05 - Slice the cooked chicken, top with green onions and sesame seeds, and pair with rice, noodles, or veggies.

# Notes:

01 - Leaving the chicken in the marinade overnight can boost its taste.

02 - Brush additional marinade onto the chicken as it cooks for extra flavor.

03 - Keep a meat thermometer handy to confirm it’s at 165°F (74°C).

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