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Ginger-Soy Chicken Marinade

Ingredients

  • 4 lb.mix of bone-in chicken thighs, breasts, and drumsticks
  • 1/2 c. low-sodium soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp. honey
  • 2 tbsp. rice wine vinegar
  • 2 tsp. toasted sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, cut into thirds
  • 1 2″-piece ginger, thinly sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 1 jalapeño, halved

Directions

  1. In a large bowl or ziplock bag, combine soy sauce, honey, vinegar, and sesame oil. Whisk to combine, until honey is fully dissolved.
  2. Add remaining ingredients to bowl or bag. Cover or seal and refrigerate at least 1 hour, up to overnight. Flip the bag occasionally to insure even marination.
  3. Transfer chicken and marinade to  braai , arranging chicken pieces in an even layer, skin-side up.
  4. Braa uncovered for 15 to 25 minutes, basting throughout through until the internal temperature reaches 90°c. Cook to desired readiness.

Kansas City-Style BBQ Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c. ketchup
  • 1 c. packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 c. water
  • 1/4 c. apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp. molasses
  • 1 tsp.kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp.garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp.onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp.ground mustard
  • 1/4 tsp.paprika

 

Directions

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, whisk all ingredients until combined.
  2. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thick, about 45 minutes.
  3. Let cool to room temperature and store refrigerated in an airtight container.