Oriental Chicken Recipe

AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning

Ingredients

  • 1 kilo (1000 grams) Chicken thighs, bone-in
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) Soy sauce, light
  • 1/2 cup (100 ml) Honey
  • 1/4 cup (50 ml) Lemon juice
  • 2 Tablespoons (30 grams) Garlic, minced
  • 1 Tablespoon (15 grams) Ginger, minced
  • 1 pack (10 grams) AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning
  • 3 Tablespoons (45 ml) Cooking oil
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) Water

Procedure

  1. MARINATE. In a bowl, add chicken thigh, soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, and AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning. Stir to mix it well. Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes.
  2. DRAIN. Using a strainer/colander, drain the marinade leaving only the chicken thigh. Reserve the marinade for the sauce.
  3. SEAR. In a pan, heat oil. Sear chicken thigh on all sides until lightly browned.
  4. SIMMER. Pour the marinade and add 1/2 cup water. Simmer for 5-8 minutes.
  5. SERVE. Transfer to a plate. Serve and enjoy.

Cooking Tips

When simmering, use gradual or low heat in order to avoid burnt taste and aroma of the sauce.

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ajinomoto cooking_time  Cooking Time: 25 minutes ajinomoto prep_time  Preparation: 40 minutes ajinomoto servings  Servings: 12 ajinomoto size  Serving size: 1/2 cup (104 grams)

Products Used

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Nutrition Facts

Calories per serving (kcal)
188.5
Carbohydrates (g)
6.7
Proteins (g)
17.1
Fat (g)
10.3
Dietary Fiber (g)
0.9
Calcium (mg)
16.4
Iron (mg)
1.1
Sodium (mg)
369.3

Good to Know Nutrition Facts

Reduced sodium by 30% Original sodium content: 1/2 cup (146 ml) Soy sauce. Chicken is rich in Niacin which may help lower cholesterol, ease arthritis and boost brain function.

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