Directions:
- For marinade - place the annatto seeds, whole peppercorns, allspice, 1/2 tsp oregano, and cumin seeds in spice grinder and grind to fine powder.
- In a small bowl, stir together the ground spices, orange peel, orange juice, 1/4 tsp salt, 2 cloves garlic, and onion.
- Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag set in a deep bowl. Pour marinade over chicken. Seal bag, turn to coat. Marinate in fridge for 6-24 hours, turning occasionally.
- Cut banana leaves into 12x9 rectangles. Loosely roll up and place in a steamer basket over, but not touching, boiling water. Cover and steam 20-30 minutes or until leaves are soft and pliable. Remove and cool.
- Remove chicken from marinade, discard marinade. Place 1-2 chicken pieces on each banana leaf. Wrap leaves around chicken. Over wrap with foil and seal tightly.
- Place wrapped chicken in single layer in a shallow baking pan.
- Bake in 375°F oven for 1 hour or until instant read thermometer inserted into chicken reads 180°F.
- Meanwhile for pickled red onions - place onions in a 3 quart stainless steel or nonstick saucepan. Add boiling water to cover. Let stand 1 minute. Drain well.
- Return onion rings to saucepan, stir in vinegar, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp oregano, cracked black pepper, and 2 cloves garlic.
- Bring to boiling, reduce heat Simmer, covered, for 5 minutes or until onions are tender.
- Remove from heat, transfer to a small glass bowl. Let stand until cool, about 45 minutes, stirring occassionally.
- To serve carefully remove foil from chicken. Serve chicken in banana leaves with pickled onions.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 581.76 Kcal (2436 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 496.06 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 55.12g | 85% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 131.02mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 245.78mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 260.27mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbs | 8g | 3% | |
| Sugars | 2.98g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.34g | 5% | |
| Protein | 13.25g | 26% | |
| Vitamin C | 8.1mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 28.2mg | 3% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 289.45 Kcal (1212 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 246.81 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 27.42g | 85% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 65.19mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 122.28mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 129.49mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbs | 3.98g | 3% | |
| Sugars | 1.48g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.67g | 5% | |
| Protein | 6.59g | 26% | |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 14mg | 3% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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