Obas Shoyu Chicken 🍗🌺
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Hawaiian cuisine with this savory Shoyu Chicken recipe. Bursting with the perfect blend of soy sauce, garlic, and onions, this dish promises a taste of the islands in every bite. Whether you’re hosting a luau or simply craving a taste of paradise, this easy and inexpensive recipe is sure to impress your taste buds!
Ingredients:
- 12 cups soy sauce
- 2 cups water
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup sugar
- 8 chicken pieces (any cut you prefer)
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a large pot, combine the soy sauce, water, minced garlic, chopped onion, and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely. |
| 2 | Heat the mixture slowly over medium heat to ensure the sugar fully dissolves. |
| 3 | Taste the sauce and adjust the sweetness or saltiness according to your preference. Add more sugar if it’s too sour, or more water if it’s too salty. |
| 4 | Once you achieve the desired flavor, add the chicken pieces to the pot. Make sure they are submerged in the sauce. |
| 5 | Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for approximately 45 minutes, or until fully cooked. |
| 6 | As the chicken cooks, the liquid ingredients will thicken into a rich and flavorful sauce. |
| 7 | Once the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened, remove the pot from the heat. |
| 8 | Serve the delicious Obas Shoyu Chicken over a bed of steamed rice, allowing the savory sauce to soak into every bite. |
| 9 | Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for an added touch of flavor and visual appeal, if desired. |
| 10 | Enjoy your taste of Hawaiian paradise with this mouthwatering Shoyu Chicken dish! |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 441.5
- Fat: 21.6g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 118.4mg
- Sodium: 4131.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 29.9g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Sugar: 26.6g
- Protein: 32g
Recipe Notes:
- For a healthier option, you can use reduced-sodium soy sauce and adjust the amount of sugar accordingly.
- Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers or carrots, for an extra burst of flavor and nutrition.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer-term storage. Simply reheat before serving and enjoy!