Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken breast: 1 kg (2.2 pounds)
- Tequila: 50 ml (3.3 fl oz)
- Fresh lime juice: 100 ml (3.4 fl oz)
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Red onion: 1 small, diced
- Fresh cilantro: 1 bunch, chopped
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Cooking oil: for frying
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Cube the chicken breast into large pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large frying pan, heat enough oil to fry the chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, combine tequila, lime juice, and minced garlic. Bring to a boil and reduce by half.
- Add diced red onion and chopped cilantro to the tequila mixture and let it cool.
- Pour the tequila lime sauce over the fried chicken pieces and let it marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Serve hot with rice or mashed potatoes.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: approximately 400 per serving (based on chicken breast, tequila, lime juice, and small amount of cooking oil)
- Protein: 35-40 grams per serving
- Fat: 15-20 grams per serving (including saturated fat)
- Carbohydrates: depending on the side dish (e.g., rice or potatoes)
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique flavor combination of tequila and lime brings a bold taste to the chicken dish.
- The use of fresh ingredients, such as cilantro and red onions, enhances the freshness of the dish.
- Moderate difficulty level allows home cooks to prepare this dish without much difficulty.
User Comments:
- "This dish was amazing! The combination of tequila and lime gave the chicken a unique flavor that I really enjoyed."
- "I loved how fresh this dish was with the use of cilantro and red onions. It made the chicken stand out."
- "This is a great dish for a special occasion. The preparation time was easy to follow and the outcome was delicious."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients for best results. If fresh ingredients are not available, use high-quality frozen options instead.
- Be careful when handling tequila as it is an alcoholic beverage and can be flammable. Do not use near an open flame.
