Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 whole chicken (3-4 pounds)
- 1 tablespoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
- 2 tablespoons of lepet (Burmese fermented tea leaves)
- 2 tablespoons of oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 cup of water
Special Equipment Needed:
- Roasting pan
- Meat thermometer
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Rinse the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.
3. Rub the chicken with salt and black pepper, making sure to season it evenly.
4. In a small bowl, mix the lepet with 2 tablespoons of oil until it forms a paste.
5. Rub the lepet paste all over the chicken, making sure to coat it evenly.
6. Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast it in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
7. While the chicken is roasting, prepare the sauce. In a saucepan, sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
8. Add the fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and water to the saucepan and bring it to a boil.
9. Reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes.
10. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
11. Serve the chicken with the lepet sauce on the side.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 375°F
- Internal temperature of chicken: 165°F
Serving size:
- 4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 330
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 38g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of lepet, you can use green tea leaves or black tea leaves.
- Instead of fish sauce, you can use oyster sauce or Worcestershire sauce.
- Instead of soy sauce, you can use tamari or coconut aminos.
Variations:
- You can add vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, or bell peppers to the roasting pan.
- You can use lepet as a marinade instead of a rub.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to pat the chicken dry before seasoning it to ensure a crispy skin.
- Let the chicken rest before carving to allow the juices to redistribute.
Storage Instructions:
- Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
- To reheat the chicken, place it in a baking dish and cover it with foil. Bake it in a preheated oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the chicken on a platter with the lepet sauce on the side.
- Garnish the chicken with fresh herbs such as cilantro or parsley.
Garnishes:
- Fresh herbs such as cilantro or parsley
- Sliced green onions
Pairings:
- Steamed rice
- Roasted vegetables
- Salad
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Steamed rice
- Roasted vegetables
- Salad
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the chicken is not cooked through, continue roasting it until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- If the skin is not crispy, increase the oven temperature to 400°F for the last 10-15 minutes of cooking.
Food Safety Advice:
- Always wash your hands and surfaces before and after handling raw chicken.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to a safe temperature of 165°F.
Food History:
- Lepet is a traditional Burmese ingredient made from fermented tea leaves. It is commonly used in salads and as a seasoning for meat dishes.
Flavor Profiles:
- The lepet adds a tangy and slightly bitter flavor to the chicken, while the sauce adds a savory and slightly sweet flavor.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the chicken with steamed rice and roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
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