התמונה להמחשה בלבדSpiced smoky barbecued chicken
Direct high heat builds surface colour while the controlled cooking time protects the interior texture. In spiced smoky barbecued chicken, cloves Garlic, Juice/zest of one Lemon and tblsp Curry Powder are brought together in the stated order so their textures remain controlled and the seasoning is distributed evenly.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
Instructions
- 1Make the marinade. Smash the garlic with a little salt using a pestle and mortar. Add the lemon zest and juice, the spice mix, chilli, oil and a good grinding of black pepper. Mix to a paste. This can be done in a mini food processor.
- 2Toss the chicken in the marinade and set aside while you light the barbecue. When the barbecue’s hot, lay the bunches of herbs on the grid and put the chicken, skin side up, on top. Close the lid, if your barbecue has one, and cook the chicken on the smouldering herbs for about 10 minutes until the meat starts to colour. Turn the chicken and continue to cook for a further 20-30 minutes, turning as necessary, until it is slightly charred from the burnt herbs and cooked through to the bone.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 351
- Protein
- 46.6g
- Carbs
- 1.1g
Recommended Equipment & Products
- Food processor
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Chef tips
To get juicy chicken with crispy skin, start grilling over indirect heat before moving it to the centre for a quick sear. This keeps the spices from burning and adds a deep smoky flavour. If you fancy a bit of heat, add smoked paprika to the marinade or serve with fresh chimichurri to balance the flavours.
Culinary reasoning
Direct high heat builds surface colour while the controlled cooking time protects the interior texture. In spiced smoky barbecued chicken, cloves Garlic, Juice/zest of one Lemon and tblsp Curry Powder are brought together in the stated order so their textures remain controlled and the seasoning is distributed evenly.