Grilled Barbecued Coffee Chicken

Grilled Barbecued Coffee Chicken

This Asian inspired chicken recipe has this certain sweetness and smokiness to it that it will be distinguishable and one-of-a-kind the moment you taste it!

Yields: Makes 4 Servings

Ingredients:

1 ¼ pounds Boneless chicken thigh

2 Green onions, sliced diagonally & thinly, for garnish

1 tsp. Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish

To make the Marinade:

½ tsp. Instant coffee

2 tbsps. Rice wine vinegar

2 tbsps. Brown sugar

2 tbsps. Hoisin sauce

2 tbsps. Catsup

1 tbsp. Soy sauce

1 tbsp. Sesame oil

2 tsps. Asian chili-garlic sauce

1 tsp. Grated fresh gingerroot

Method of Preparation:

1. Preheat the grill to 350°F.

To make the Marinade:

2. In a small bowl, add all the ingredients and mix until they are well combined.
3. Using a zip-lock bag, put the chicken inside and the marinade (but reserve 1 tbsp. of the marinade) and zip it tight and allow it to marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for optimum flavor)
4. Take the chicken out the marinade and drip off the excess. And grill the chicken on each side for at least 5 minutes. While basting the chicken as well using the marinade. Set the chicken aside. Allow the chicken to rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing it.
5. Serve with rice and drizzle the remaining sauce, garnish with the sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Enjoy!