Sugar-Free Mang Inasal Chicken
Transform your backyard barbecue with this Sugar-Free Mang Inasal Chicken, a healthy twist on the famous Filipino grilled dish! Bursting with authentic flavors from fresh lemongrass, calamansi juice, and a splash of apple cider vinegar, this sugar-free recipe keeps things wholesome without compromising on taste. A blend of garlic, ginger, turmeric powder, and coconut aminos infuses the chicken with a savory, aromatic kick, while the annatto oil provides the iconic golden hue. Perfectly grilled to juicy perfection, this dish is a guilt-free homage to the beloved Mang Inasal. Pair it with steamed rice for a hearty, flavor-packed meal that’s ideal for weeknights or weekend cookouts. Healthy, flavorful, and easy to make, this Sugar-Free Mang Inasal Chicken is your new go-to for Filipino-inspired grilling that's both delicious and diabetic-friendly!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken leg quarters
- 2 stalks Lemongrass
- 0.25 cup Calamansi juice
- 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 6 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Ginger
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Annatto oil
- 0.25 cup Coconut aminos
Directions
Step 1
1. Prepare the chicken by cleaning the leg quarters and patting them dry with paper towels.
Step 2
2. Crush the lemongrass stalks to release their flavors. Chop the garlic cloves and ginger finely.
Step 3
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the calamansi juice, apple cider vinegar, chopped garlic, ginger, crushed lemongrass stalks, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
4. Add the chicken leg quarters to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Step 5
5. Preheat your grill to medium heat.
Step 6
6. While the grill is heating, remove the chicken from the marinade and let it sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
Step 7
7. Brush the chicken with annatto oil to achieve the characteristic Mang Inasal color and flavor.
Step 8
8. Place the chicken on the grill skin side down. Grill for about 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with annatto oil. Ensure the chicken is cooked through with an internal temperature of at least 165°F (75°C).
Step 9
9. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
Step 10
10. Serve hot with a side of steamed rice and enjoy the savory herby flavor of your sugar-free Mang Inasal chicken.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1416.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3012.9 |
| Total Fat 215.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 55.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 930mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5443.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 60.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.5g | |
| Protein 184.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 50IU | 0% |
| Calcium 256.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 24.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3176.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories