Vietnamese Five Spice Chicken (Gà Rô Ti) [CC Added]

five-spice powder

🥗Healthier: cumin and coriander

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Cumin and coriander can mimic the flavor profile while being more accessible.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar syrup

Agave syrup offers a similar sweetness with a lower glycemic index.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt water

Tamari is gluten-free while providing similar umami flavor.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds provide a similar crunch and flavor.

To marinate the chicken, combine minced garlic, salt, sugar, chicken seasoning, five-spice powder, light soy sauce, honey, dark soy sauce, and fish sauce in a bowl.

Mix the marinade thoroughly.

Cover the mixture and refrigerate to marinate overnight.

Brush the rack with vegetable oil.

Place the marinated chicken onto the rack.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Cover the chicken with foil to prevent the skin from burning too quickly.

Bake the chicken in the oven until fully cooked.

Brush the chicken with honey before finishing.

Switch the oven to broil for about 5 minutes to crisp the skin.

Remove the chicken from the oven and garnish with green onion and oil before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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