I love Asian-style marinades because they call for aggressive flavorings. Garlic, of course. Ginger usually. Soy – for that salty umami, maybe some fish sauce for a little funk, some sort of acid like vinegar or citrus juice and sugar and spice for the hot-sweet aspect we all crave.
Total Time
25min
4.5
17 Ratings
Author: Garlic & Zest
Servings:
4
Ingredients
•
1
Tbsp
Fresh Ginger
, freshly grated
•
2
cloves
Garlic
, minced
•
1
Lime
•
1
Tbsp
Rice Vinegar
•
4
Tbsp
Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
•
4
tsp
Fish Sauce
•
2
Tbsp
Brown Sugar
•
2
Serrano Chilis
, thinly sliced
or 1 Large Jalapeno Pepper
•
4
Chicken Thighs
•
1
Large
Vidalia Onion
or Large Spanish Onion
•
1
Tbsp
Olive Oil
•
to taste
Fresh Cilantro
•
to taste
Serrano Chilis
, sliced
Cooking Instructions
1.
Zest the Lime (1) and set it aside. Slice 1/4 inch off of each end of the zested Lime. Cut it in half, lengthwise and juice one of the halves. Set the other half of the lime cut side-down on the cutting board, slice it at an angle, lengthwise to make lime wedges and set aside.
2.
In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the Fresh Ginger (1 Tbsp), Garlic (2 cloves), 2 teaspoon of Lime Zest, 1 tablespoon of Lime Juice, Rice Vinegar (1 Tbsp), Low-Sodium Soy Sauce (4 Tbsp), Olive Oil (1 Tbsp), Fish Sauce (4 tsp), Brown Sugar (2 Tbsp), and Serrano Chilis (2).
3.
Stir until brown sugar dissolves.
4.
Place the trimmed meaty Chicken Thighs (4) in a zip-top plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Squeeze the air out of the bag and seal it tightly. With your hands work the chicken thighs into the marinade until well coated.
5.
Place the bag on a rimmed baking sheet and refrigerate for 8-10 hours or overnight.
6.
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
7.
Slice the Vidalia Onion (1) crosswise in about 1/4-1/2 inch rings and arrange them on a rimmed baking sheet. Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade and pat them dry with a paper towel. Arrange the chicken on top of the onions.
8.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until skin is crispy and meat is cooked through.
9.
To serve, arrange the onions on a plate and top with the chicken thighs. Sprinkle with Fresh Cilantro (to taste), Lime Wedges, and sliced additional Serrano Chilis (to taste) if desired.
10.
Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Per Serving
CALORIES
72
FAT
3.4 g
PROTEIN
1.4 g
CARBS
7.9 g
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