Mustard chicken legs baked on salt

2 servings

40 minutes

Mustard chicken legs baked on salt is a refined dish that combines simplicity of preparation with rich flavors. Using salt as a base makes the meat tender and juicy, while the aromatic mix of Dijon mustard, soy sauce, spices, and cream gives it a rich spicy taste with a hint of heat and warm spice notes. This dish can be considered an author's version of traditional baked chicken legs adapted for lovers of vibrant flavor accents. It is perfect for both family dinners and festive gatherings, as its appetizing appearance and deep flavor will not leave guests indifferent. Serve hot, complemented with fresh vegetables or a light salad.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 678
• Proteins: 55.5g
• Fats: 49.4g
• Carbohydrates: 6.5g

Ingredients

• Chicken legs: 4 pc
• Salt: 300 g
• Olive oil: 1.5 tbsp
• Soy sauce: 2 tbsp
• Dijon mustard: 2.5 tbsp
• Ground chili pepper: 0.5 tsp
• Ground ginger: 1 tsp
• Dry adjika: 1.5 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Pour salt into the baking dish.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt: 300 g

2. Mix oil and soy sauce in a deep bowl.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1.5 tablespoon
   • Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons

3. Add mustard.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dijon mustard: 2.5 tablespoons

4. Season with ground chili.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground chili pepper: 0.5 teaspoon

5. Add ground ginger.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground ginger: 1 teaspoon

6. Then add dry adjika.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dry adjika: 1.5 teaspoon

7. Pour in the cream.

8. Mix thoroughly.

9. Soak the legs in sauce and place them on a salt base. Send to an oven preheated to 180 degrees for 30 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken legs: 4 pieces

10. Serve hot.