Not Only Indonesia, Other Countries Also Have Unique and Special Grilled Chicken Menus!

Kapanlagi.com - It can be said that grilled chicken is a favorite dish worldwide, even in every country. With their respective characteristics, grilled chicken is served with various savory spices and sauces.

For example, Indonesia has grilled chicken with various spicy sambal that stimulates the appetite. But, do you know that other countries also have their own grilled chicken menus? Here are various types of grilled chicken menus from various countries in the world.

1. Turkish Chicken Kebab

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This Turkish-style grilled chicken menu is also known as Turkish Chicken Kebab. This dish is a traditional dish that is prepared by skewering and grilling, similar to satay. However, the seasoning used for this menu is very unique.

The aromatic seasoning used for this chicken kebab is made from a mixture of yogurt, red onions, garlic, and spices. All of these sauce ingredients are able to transform the chicken meat into a delicious and fragrant grilled menu.

Unlike modern grilled chicken or satay which heavily rely on strong seasonings, the uniqueness of this authentic Turkish Tavuk ?i? menu lies in the quality of the meat and the tender flavor provided by the seasoning. In addition, to add a 'very Turkish' impression, this menu is usually served with bulgur rice or pilav rice complete with salad.

2. Beer Can Chicken - Netherlands

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One of the favorite grilled chicken menus in the Netherlands, Beer Can Chicken is also often known as 'bierblik kip' or 'kip op een blik' which means 'chicken in a can'. The can referred to in this menu will be inserted into a piece of chicken ready to be grilled. With this can, the chicken stands upright and will cook perfectly.

Don't worry, even though the can will be grilled together with the chicken, there will be no taste from the drink in the can that mixes, okay. Because the contents of the drink will not evaporate. In fact, because the chicken is placed on top of the can, the chicken fat will drip down and add a 'juicy' taste when eaten. Indeed, the cooking method of this menu is very unique and popular in the Netherlands, as well as in America and England.

3. Pollo Alla Griglia - Italy

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This typical Italian grilled chicken takes about 3-4 hours to make. It's a really long time, right? That's why this menu is usually served for dinner parties or meetings. In addition, this grilled chicken menu is suitable for anyone's taste, so it can be served at events with many guests.

What makes it long and unique in preparing this menu is the salting process. After the chicken is cleaned and seasoned with garlic and other spices, the chicken must be soaked in lemon juice, oil, salt, and pepper for 3 to 4 hours.

With this long salting process, the chicken spices will penetrate every part and the taste will be even. After that, the chicken is grilled at a distance from the fire while occasionally brushed with the remaining spices.

4. Ping Gai - Laos

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Next, grilled chicken menu from Asia, precisely from Laos. In Laotian language, Ping Gai means 'barbecue chicken'. This dish has a unique aroma with strong pepper and coriander seasoning. The combination of spicy and delicious herbs makes this menu a strong combination.

In addition to pepper and coriander, Ping Gai is also added with savory sauce, a mixture of soy sauce, fish sauce, and oyster sauce. Plus sesame oil and a pinch of bird's eye chili, it adds to the delicious taste of this grilled chicken dish.

What's unique about Ping Gai is its crispy chicken skin and boneless meat. The boneless chicken texture like this adds to the comfort when bitten. Plus the dipping sauce, Ping Gai becomes a favorite of many culinary lovers.

5. Jamaican Jerk Chicken - Jamaica

As the name suggests, this iconic grilled chicken dish originated from Jamaica. In their country, Jerk Chicken is very famous and liked because of its unique blend of spices for the sauce.

Before grilling, the chicken is marinated with Pimento (Allspice), Scotch Bonnet chili, Thyme, garlic, and various other spices. After marinating, the chicken is then grilled.

While the chicken is grilling, jerk sauce can be made by mixing ingredients such as pineapple juice and tomato sauce. The sauce can also be adjusted to taste by making it liquid or if you want a thick texture, the sauce can be boiled first.

How about it? Interested in trying or making different types of grilled chicken from other countries? Don't forget to prepare your taste buds to try various types of seasonings from these various countries' grilled chicken dishes!

Author: Farhati Haqiya Silmi

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