Sunday, April 27, 2014

Hot and Spicy Lebanese Garlic Chicken

ingredients:

 2 pcs. Chicken(thigh part) 
1 head garlic-grinded 
1/4 sumac powder 
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice 
A pinch of salt and pepper to taste 

Directions:

Grind the garlic to a small processor or you can make it in a mortal. 
In a bowl, combine garlic,lemon and sumac.
Mix well. Poke the chicken in the middle so that it can absorb the flavors to the bone. 
Place the chicken pieces and garlic sauce in a large pyrex. Rub with your hands. 
Cover it with cling film before placing in the fridge for atleast 3-4 hours. 
Preheat the oven 350F degrees before you put inside the oven,15 min on each side. 
Check the chicken if it is cook by using fork and pokng it to see if it is soft enogh. 
Add some garnish put under the grill until a little bit brown for about 3 minutes. 
For a healthier version of this recipe Chicken breast is a leaner choice than the thighs but many people prefer the taste of chicken thighs. 
Either option can be healthy if you prepare it in the right way; Trim off any skin and visible fat and choose a healthy cooking method such as roasting, grilling.

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