How to make a Trini Chicken Ham - Episode 1057

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a different flavor profile.

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Skinless chicken reduces fat content while thighs are more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while coconut aminos provide a sweeter taste.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a milder flavor.

Start by making the basting syrup with honey and pineapple juice.

Add brown sugar and sorrel concentrate to the basting syrup and mix well, then set aside.

Insert cloves throughout the entire chicken.

Pour the basting syrup all over the chicken.

Place pineapple rings on top of the chicken, securing them with toothpicks to prevent them from falling off during cooking.

Add cherries on top if desired, but they can be omitted.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).

Bake the chicken in the oven for 1 hour and 10 minutes, basting with the syrup every 15 minutes.

Check for doneness; the chicken should have a dark color and the leg should start to separate from the body.

Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool before carving and serving.

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Dietary

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