Homemade Chicken Tocino

24m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Cut 1 kg of chicken thigh fillet into bite-size pieces.
  2. 2In a bowl, mix the chicken with 1 1/2 cups of unsweetened pineapple juice, 1 cup of brown sugar, 1 1/2 tbsp of salt, and 1/4 cup of annatto extract.
  3. 3Marinate for 24 hours for best results.
  4. 4Strain the marinated chicken.
  5. 5Pan-fry the chicken in 2 tbsp of chicken-annatto oil for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until caramelized.
  6. 6Take out the chicken and set aside.
  7. 7Add the strained marinade to the same pan and simmer until reduced to a thick syrup.
  8. 8Return the chicken to the pan and stir gently and continuously until the sauce is absorbed by the chicken.
  9. 9Serve with rice and enjoy!

Ingredients

  • 1 Kg Chicken Thigh Fillet
  • 1.5 Cups Unsweetened Pineapple Juice
  • 1 Cup Brown Sugar
  • 1.5 Tbsp Salt
  • 0.25 Cup Annato Extract
  • 2 Tbsp Chicken-Annato Oil

Equipment

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