Hakka Salt Baked Chicken

Hakka Salt Baked Chicken is a flavorful and aromatic dish, where tender chicken is infused with spices and salt, then baked to perfection. This gluten-free dish delivers a unique taste experience that highlights traditional Chinese barbecue techniques.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs - 300 grams
• Coarse sea salt - 200 grams
• Sichuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon
• Star anise - 2 pieces
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Rice wine (Shaoxing wine) - 1 tablespoon
• Cooking oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
2. In a bowl, mix the minced garlic, minced ginger, chopped green onions, sesame oil, black pepper, and rice wine to create a marinade.
3. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the coarse sea salt, Sichuan peppercorns, and star anise.
5. Spread half of the salt mixture evenly in a baking dish.
6. Place the marinated chicken thighs on top of the salt layer and cover them completely with the remaining salt mixture, ensuring no chicken is exposed.
7. Drizzle a little cooking oil over the salt-covered chicken.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
9. Remove from the oven and carefully crack open the salt crust using a spoon or knife.
10. Serve hot, garnished with additional chopped green onions if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 2 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 1800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.6 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Contains ginger and garlic, which have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

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