Golden Teriyaki Chicken with Fried Leeks

6 servings

50 minutes

Golden teriyaki chicken with fried leeks is a harmonious blend of classic Japanese flavors and crispy texture. Teriyaki gives the chicken an appetizing glossy shine and caramelized crust. Honey, garlic, and ginger enrich the sauce with aromatic notes, creating a perfect balance between sweetness and spiciness. Fried leeks add crunch and light sweetness, enhancing the dish's rich flavor.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 684.5
• Proteins: 51.6g
• Fats: 45g
• Carbohydrates: 21.4g

Ingredients

• Soy sauce: 2 tbsp
• Rice vinegar: 1 tbsp
• Honey: 5 tbsp
• Garlic: 1 clove
• Grated ginger: 1 tsp
• Leek: 4 bunch
• Chicken: 1.8 kg
• Coarse salt: to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
• Vegetable oil: 1 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 230 degrees.

2. Cut the chicken into 8 pieces.

3. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, vinegar, honey, minced garlic, and ginger. Divide the sauce into 2 bowls: one for brushing, the other as a dip.

   Required ingredients:

   • Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
   • Rice vinegar: 1 tablespoon
   • Honey: 5 tablespoon
   • Garlic: 1 clove
   • Grated ginger: 1 teaspoon

4. Line a baking tray with foil and place the chicken pieces. Brush with sauce and bake for 20 minutes, basting twice with the juices.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken: 1.8 kg
   • Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
   • Honey: 5 tablespoon

5. Again brush the chicken with sauce and put it in the oven for another 5-10 minutes, but on a lower rack.

   Required ingredients:

   • Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
   • Honey: 5 tablespoon

6. Meanwhile, slice the onion into thin strips, place on another tray, mix with vegetable oil, season with salt and pepper. Send to the oven on the top rack for 10-12 minutes until crispy.

   Required ingredients:

   • Leek: 4 bunchs
   • Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon
   • Coarse salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste

7. Serve chicken with crispy onions and sauce.