Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
3 cup

soy sauce

1.5 cup

cane vinegar

1 tsp

fresh ground black pepper

1 unit

yellow onion

thinly sliced

0.33 cup

yellow onion

finely chopped

2.5 unit

bone-in skin-on chicken thighs

1 cup

fresh lemon juice

1 cup

scallion

thinly sliced

2.5 tsp

crushed red chili pepper flakes

2.5 cup

jasmine rice

2 tbsp

ground annatto seeds

Step 1
~47 min

Combine 2 cups soy sauce, cane vinegar, black pepper, sliced onion, and 1 cup water in a large bowl to make the marinade.

Step 2
~47 min

Add chicken to the marinade and cover the bowl with plastic wrap.

Step 3
~47 min

Refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to marinate the chicken.

Step 4
~47 min

Prepare the dipping sauce by stirring together the remaining soy sauce and chopped onion with lemon juice, scallions, chili flakes, and 1/2 cup water.

Step 5
~47 min

Set the dipping sauce aside.

Step 6
~47 min

To make the red rice, combine jasmine rice, ground annatto seeds, and 5 cups water in a 4-qt. saucepan.

Step 7
~47 min

Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low.

Step 8
~47 min

Cook, covered, until rice is tender, about 10 to 12 minutes.

Step 9
~47 min

Remove the rice from the heat and keep warm.

Step 10
~47 min

Build a medium-hot fire in a charcoal grill or heat a gas grill to medium-high.

Step 11
~47 min

Alternatively, heat a cast-iron grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 12
~47 min

Cook the chicken on the grill, turning, until well-browned and cooked through.

Step 13
~47 min

Serve the grilled chicken with red rice and dipping sauce on the side.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the chicken for longer for a more intense flavor.

Adjust the amount of chili flakes to your preferred level of spiciness.

Serve with a side of grilled vegetables for a complete meal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Chicken can be marinated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot

Garnish with scallions

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled vegetables
Green salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Guam

Cultural Significance

Traditional Guamanian dish often served at celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Fiestas
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Party
Celebration

Popularity Score

65/100

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