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Native to the Mediterranean, coriander is known for both its seeds (actually the dried, ripe fruit of the plant) and for its dark green, parsley-like leaves. The seeds themselves have been discovered in Egyptian tombs dating to 960 b.c. The flavours of the seeds and leaves bear absolutely no resemblance to each other. A few ground seeds can add a special aromatic touch to otherwise unsophisticated dishes, as is done in this recipe.
| ??? | garlic, minced or pressed | ??? | |
| ??? | dried chili peppers, minced | ??? | |
| ??? | peppercorns, ground or crushed | ??? | |
| ??? | coriander seeds, ground or crushed | ??? | |
| ??? | olive oil | ??? | |
| ??? | lemon juice, freshly squeezed | ??? | |
| ??? | chicken legs, with back, with skin | ??? | |
| ??? | salt [optional] | ??? |
The chicken must be marinated at least 4 hours before cooking.
Marinate
Mince or press the garlic, mince the chili pepper, then put them in a baking dish. Coarsely grind the peppercorns and coriander seeds, using a pepper mill if available. Otherwise, place the spices in a plastic bag and crush them using a rolling pin. Add the spices to the dish, then pour in the oil and the lemon juice, then stir the mixture, using a fork until well combined.
Place the chicken pieces, without removing the skin, in the marinade, cover, and let them stand in the refrigerator at least 4 h, or better overnight.
Cook
Preheat the oven to 175°C/350°F.
Add a little salt and place the chicken in the middle of the oven. Bake for about 1 h. Serve.
per 1 serving (170 g)
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Amount % Daily Value |
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Calories 450 |
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Fat 34 g 52 % |
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Saturated
8.5 g
42 % |
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Cholesterol 120 mg |
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Sodium 120 mg 5 % |
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Carbohydrate 1 g 0 % |
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Fibre 0 g 1 % |
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Sugars 0 g |
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Net Carbs 1 g |
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Protein 32 g |
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Vitamin A 4 % |
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Vitamin C 6 % |
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Calcium 2 % |
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Iron 16 % |
| Food Group | Exchanges |
|---|---|
| Fruits | 0 |
| Vegetables | 0 |
| Meat and Alternatives | 4 |
| Fats | 7 |
I didn't have the coriander so I used dill seeds. Still came out really yummy.