Pro Tips
Baste the chicken generously with achuote (annatto) oil during the last few minutes of grilling to get that distinct vibrant orange color and smoky aroma.
Chicken Inasal Manokan Country Style
Grilled chicken quarters marinated in a tangy mixture of calamansi, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, brown sugar, and achuote oil, basted while grilling for its signature smoky flavor and golden-orange hue.
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine calamansi juice, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, and vinegar. Mix well.
- Marinate the chicken quarters in the mixture for at least 4 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
- Preheat charcoal grill over medium heat.
- Grill the chicken for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally and basting frequently with achuote oil until fully cooked and charred nicely.
- Serve hot with garlic rice, sinamak (spiced vinegar dip), and chicken oil.
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