Vanuatuan Honey Chicken (yaka Miel)
Vanuatu, a South Pacific island nation, is known for its rich culinary traditions. One popular dish is the Vanuatuan Honey Chicken, known locally as Yaka Miel. This dish features tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet and savory honey glaze, creating a delightful combination of flavors.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and ground ginger to make the glaze.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Pour the honey glaze over the chicken and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the glaze to thicken and coat the chicken.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 40 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 320 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large skillet Whisk Small bowl
Tools
Tongs Cooking thermometer
Serving suggestions
Serve the Vanuatuan Honey Chicken with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For an extra flavor boost, marinate the chicken thighs in the honey glaze for 30 minutes before cooking.
Cost
$15