Paleo Ayam Bakar
Elevate your grilling game with this Paleo Ayam Bakar, a smoky, flavor-packed Indonesian-inspired dish that's entirely paleo-friendly. Juicy chicken legs are marinated in a vibrant blend of fresh ginger, garlic, shallots, red chili, and warming spices like turmeric and coriander, complemented by a tangy splash of lime juice and the savory depth of coconut aminos. Grilled to charred perfection and basted for extra juiciness, this dish captures the essence of traditional ayam bakar while staying gluten-free and soy-free. Perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners, serve this aromatic creation with a crisp salad or steamed veggies for a wholesome, satisfying meal. This paleo grilled chicken recipe is a must-try for anyone craving bold, authentic flavors done the healthy way!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken legs
- 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger
- 4 pieces garlic cloves
- 3 pieces shallots
- 2 pieces red chili
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the marinade. In a blender, add the fresh ginger, garlic cloves, shallots, and red chili. Blend until smooth to create a spice paste.
In a large bowl, combine the spice paste with coconut aminos, lime juice, turmeric powder, coriander powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
Add the chicken legs to the bowl and thoroughly coat them with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for better flavor absorption.
Preheat your grill or barbecue to medium-high heat.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and brush with coconut oil on both sides.
Place the chicken on the grill skin-side down. Grill for about 15-20 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is nicely charred.
While grilling, occasionally baste the chicken with any remaining marinade to keep it moist and flavorful.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the Paleo Ayam Bakar with a side of fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1259 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.8 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.9 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 454 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 3600 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 88.4 g | 177% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1568 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
