Sticky Raisin Chicken with Satay Sauce (Makes 6 drumsticks)

You will need

  • 150g California Raisins
  • 1 juice of large orange, grated rind
  • 6 chicken drumsticks, free range
For the marinade
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 4 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 4 cubes of pineapple
For the satay
  • 2 shallots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
  • 1tbsp olive oil
  • 5 tbsp crunchy peanut butter
  • Juice and zest from ½ lime
  • Ground cumin
  • Ground chilli powder
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Calories 259kcals
Total fat 14.5g
of which saturated fats 3g
Protein 29g
Carbohydrates 3.5g
Fibre 0.8g
Iron 1.2mg
Sodium 312mg

Method

  • Place the raisins. orange zest and juice in a bowl. Cover and chill overnight.
  • Pierce each chicken drumstick several times with a sharp knife and place in an oven proof dish.
  • Place half the raisins and marinade ingredients in a food processor. Blend ingredients.
  • Pour marinade over drumsticks and coat evenly. Cover and chill over night turning occasionally.
  • Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas 7. Bake drumsticks in the oven for 30 minutes turning once until golden brown.
  • Meanwhile place remaining raisins and satay ingredients into a food processor. Add 2 tablespoons of water and blend to a smooth paste. Place in a serving bowl.
  • Arrange the drumsticks on a plate with satay dip accompanied with cucumber, onion and orange zest strips.
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