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Filipino Chicken Barbecue

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This Filipino Chicken Barbecue recipe features juicy marinated chicken thighs grilled to perfection, offering a delightful blend of flavors.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/2 cup Banana Ketchup Substitute with regular ketchup mixed with soy sauce if needed
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Honey or coconut sugar can be used, but they'll alter flavor
  • 1/4 cup White Vinegar Apple cider vinegar works well as a milder substitute
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic No substitutions suggested
  • 1 medium Chopped Onion Stick with fresh onion for best results
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika No alternatives provided
  • 1/2 cup Water Crucial for flavor infusion
For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs Substitute with chicken breast for a leaner option

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • bamboo skewers
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, banana ketchup, brown sugar, white vinegar, minced garlic, chopped onion, ground black pepper, salt, paprika, and water. Whisk until the brown sugar fully dissolves.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring every piece is well coated. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 375°F/190°C) about 15 minutes before cooking.
  4. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto soaked bamboo skewers, leaving space between each piece.
  5. Place the skewers on the preheated grill, cooking for 5-7 minutes on each side, basting occasionally with leftover marinade.
  6. Check that the chicken is thoroughly cooked, ensuring no pink remains in the center.
  7. Serve hot, elegantly arranged on banana leaves, alongside steamed rice and your choice of dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the chicken overnight and ensure proper grill preheating to lock in moisture.

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