Sweet-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs

1. 1 Chicken drumstickspack 900 g ≈ $3.47 235 g
2. 2 Sunflower oil 10 ml
3. 3 Soy sauce 25 ml
4. 4 Apple juicepack 1 l ≈ $3.00 60 ml
5. 5 Sugar 10 g
6. 6 Garlic≈ $10.00 per kg 5 g
7. 7 Ground black pepper 1 g
8. 8 Fresh ginger≈ $8.00 per kg 4 g

Grey rows are pantry staples: salt, oil, spices. They are not counted in the serving price.

Method

1. Wash the thighs, pat dry, and score lightly. Sear in oil over medium heat for 6–8 minutes until golden brown.

2. Add minced garlic⁶ and ginger, stir-fry for 1 minute.

3. Pour in soy sauce and apple⁴ juice, add sugar and black pepper, and bring to a boil.

4. Transfer thighs to a baking dish, pour sauce over them, and roast at 350°F (180°C) for 20 minutes, then flip and roast another 20 minutes until no longer pink inside.

5. Strain sauce into the skillet, reduce over high heat for 3–5 minutes until syrupy.

6. Return thighs to the sauce, flip to coat in glaze, and serve.