Follow these steps for perfect results
whole chicken
olive oil
red wine
salt
leek
chopped
fresh dill weed
chopped
saturei (dried rose petals)
ground coriander seed
ground
ground black pepper
ground
olive oil
salt
to taste
syrup from canned figs
Mix 1/2 cup olive oil, red wine mixed with salt, chopped leek, dill, rose petals, coriander, and black pepper in a bowl to create the seasoning mixture.
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Fry the whole chicken in the pan until golden brown.
Add about half of the seasoning mixture to the pan with the chicken.
Continue to fry until the chicken just starts to change color.
Place the chicken in a baking dish large enough to hold it and the seasoning mixture.
Pour the remaining seasoning mixture over the chicken.
Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken for about a minute.
Bake in a preheated oven at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 1 hour, occasionally basting with the seasoning mixture.
Remove the chicken from the oven when it looks almost burnt.
Moisten a plate with fig syrup.
Place the cooked chicken on the fig syrup-moistened plate.
Season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste.
Expert advice for the best results
Basting the chicken regularly during baking will keep it moist.
Adjust the amount of salt and pepper to your taste.
Serve with roasted vegetables or rice.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Seasoning mixture can be prepared in advance.
Place the chicken on a platter and garnish with fresh dill.
Serve with roasted root vegetables.
Serve with a side of crusty bread.
Complements the savory flavors of the dish.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Represents ancient Roman cuisine and use of herbs.
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