Chicken in Chinese Sweet and Spicy Sauce

4 servings

45 minutes

Chicken in Chinese sweet and spicy sauce is a dish that harmoniously combines savory and sweet notes, creating a rich and layered flavor. It has roots in traditional Chinese cuisine where the art of balancing spicy, sweet, sour, and salty plays a key role. Marinated chicken thighs are infused with the aromas of fresh ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and vinegar before being baked to a golden crust. The remaining sauce turns into a rich glaze adding depth to the dish's flavor. A perfect option for dinner, this dish is served with rice or vegetables to highlight its aroma and contrast of textures. Each serving is a play of flavors that awakens the appetite and provides pleasure.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 808.9
• Proteins: 71.4g
• Fats: 41g
• Carbohydrates: 39.9g

Ingredients

• Chicken legs: 8 pc
• Soy sauce: 125 ml
• Brown sugar: 125 g
• Fresh ginger: 70 g
• Garlic: 5 clove
• White wine vinegar: 2 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Peel the ginger and grate it on a fine grater. Crush the garlic and mix everything with vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fresh ginger: 70 g
   • Garlic: 5 clove
   • White wine vinegar: 2 tablespoons
   • Brown sugar: 125 g
   • Soy sauce: 125 ml

2. We place the drumsticks in the prepared marinade for 1.5–2 hours

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken legs: 8 pieces

3. Preheat the oven to 200°C, place the drumsticks on a baking tray, drizzle with marinade, and bake for 30-40 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken legs: 8 pieces
   • Soy sauce: 125 ml

4. Strain the remaining marinade and boil for a couple of minutes. Serve with the cooked chicken legs.

   Required ingredients:

   • Soy sauce: 125 ml