Lemon Herb Chicken

Bahan-bahan:

4 keping dada ayam tanpa tulang

2 sudu besar minyak zaitun

2 ulas bawang putih, cincang halus

1 sudu kecil thyme kering

1 sudu kecil rosemary kering

1 sudu kecil oregano kering

Garam dan lada hitam secukup rasa

10 keping dried lemon slices

1 cawan air suam

Hirisan lemon dan herba segar (thyme, rosemary, atau parsley) untuk hiasan

Langkah-langkah:

Rehydrate Dried Lemon Slices:

• Rendam dried lemon slices dalam cawan air suam selama kira-kira 10-15 minit sehingga mereka menjadi lembut.

Sediakan Marinade:

Marinade Ayam:

• Dalam mangkuk kecil, campurkan minyak zaitun, bawang putih cincang, thyme kering, rosemary kering, oregano kering, garam, dan lada hitam. Kacau sehingga sebati. 

• Tambahkan dried lemon slices yang telah lembut beserta air rendamannya ke dalam campuran marinade.

• Letakkan dada ayam dalam bekas besar atau ziplock bag.

• Tuangkan campuran marinade beserta dried lemon slices ke atas ayam, pastikan semua bahagian ayam disaluti dengan baik.

• Tutup bekas atau seal ziplock bag dan simpan dalam peti sejuk sekurang-kurangnya 30 minit. Lebih baik jika boleh marinade selama 2-4 jam untuk rasa yang lebih mendalam.

Panaskan Oven:

• Panaskan oven kepada 200°C (400°F).

Masak Ayam:

• Panaskan sedikit minyak zaitun dalam kuali yang boleh dimasukkan ke dalam oven (oven-safe skillet) di atas api sederhana tinggi.

• Keluarkan ayam dari marinade dan masukkan ke dalam kuali. Masak selama 2-3 minit setiap bahagian sehingga sedikit keperangan.

Bakar Ayam:

• Pindahkan kuali ke dalam oven yang telah dipanaskan dan bakar selama 20-25 minit, atau sehingga ayam masak sepenuhnya (suhu dalaman mencapai 75°C atau 165°F).

Hidang:

• Keluarkan ayam dari oven dan biarkan rehat selama 5 minit sebelum dihidangkan.

• Hias dengan hirisan lemon segar dan herba segar. Anda boleh hidangkan bersama sayur panggang, nasi, atau salad.

Dried Lemon Baked Fish

Ingredients:

4 fish fillets (such as tilapia, cod, or snapper)

6-8 dried lemon slices

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

Salt and black pepper to taste

Fresh parsley or dill for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Rehydrate Dried Lemon Slices:

• Place the dried lemon slices in a bowl and cover them with warm water. Let them soak for about 10-15 minutes until they soften.

Prepare Fish Fillets:

• Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels.

• Place the fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.

Make the Marinade:

• In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper.

Marinate the Fish:

• Brush the marinade mixture over the fish fillets, ensuring they are well coated.

Add Dried Lemon Slices:

• Place the rehydrated lemon slices on top of and around the fish fillets.

Bake the Fish:

• Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Garnish and Serve:

• Remove the fish from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.

• Garnish with fresh parsley or dill if desired.

• Serve with your choice of sides such as steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.

Enjoy your Dried Lemon Baked Fish!

Dried Lemon Steamed Tilapia:

Ingredients:

4 tilapia fillets

6-8 dried lemon slices

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon ginger, minced

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

Soak Lemon Slices:

• Soak dried lemon slices in warm water for 10 minutes.

Prepare Fillets:

• Place tilapia fillets on a plate or heatproof dish.

Season:

• Drizzle fillets with soy sauce and olive oil.

• Sprinkle minced garlic and ginger on top.

• Add salt and pepper to taste

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Add Lemon:

• Place rehydrated lemon slices on top of the fillets.

Steam:

• Steam the fillets for 8-10 minutes, or until cooked through.

Garnish and Serve:

• Garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve hot.

Enjoy your Dried Lemon Steamed Tilapia!